Samford's Master of Public Health prepares graduates to become a leader capable of addressing current global health problems. With our fast-track option, undergraduate students have the opportunity to earn a bachelor's degree and a Master of Public Health in just five years of study.
The first three years of the fast-track program are dedicated to completing all required undergraduate courses. Students enroll in the Master of Public Health during their senior year. Participation in this program requires careful advisement and scheduling, as well as permission of both the department chair of your chosen undergraduate degree and the chair of the Department of Public Health.
Application Process
Step One: Submit an Interest Form
If you are interested in pursuing this fast-track option, we ask that you submit an interest form and contact publichealth@samford.edu to set up an appointment to meet with our admission staff. It is important that you fill out the interest form as soon as possible, so that we can help you stay on track with the courses you'll need in order to participate in the fast-track program.
Step Two: Complete an Approval Form
During your junior year, you will be required to fill out the approval form in order to request permission to enroll in Master of Public Health courses during your senior year.
Admission Requirements
Students must first be admitted to Samford University. To apply, go to samford.edu/admission. Students must then meet the following requirements:
- Entering Requirements
- Submit an approval form
- Maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA throughout all course work
- Complete all convocation credit by the end of their junior year
Progression Requirements
- Must earn B’s or better in all Master of Public Health courses to be admitted into the graduate program
Eligible Majors
- Sociology
- Human Development and Family Science
- Health Sciences
- Public Health
