Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Students who choose to enroll full-time will complete the program in two years. Students may also enroll part-time and complete the program in either three or four years.

The DePaul MPH courses are typically held on the Lincoln Park Campus. Occasionally, classes may be offered on the Loop Campus depending on the professor. All MPH courses are taught in the evening, from 6:00-9:15 pm.

Yes, completing the program in 3 or 4 years is considered part-time; completing the program in 2 years is considered full time.

No, all courses include in-person instruction; some courses are available via a hybrid format.

While the MPH program receives more than 100 applications each year, our cohort is generally between 20-25 students per academic year.

Yes, the MPH program has been accredited since 2008 by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH).

The DePaul MPH program is well suited for working professionals, with all in-person class meetings taking place in the evening. Emphasizing student-centered, in-person instruction, the student-to-faculty ratio for the program is 8-to-1. As a cohort-based program with small class sizes, students receive personalized attention, mentoring, and advising from dedicated faculty and staff. Through the practicum, students gain nine months of applied public health experience.

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