BS in Public Health/MPH in Health Equity: Combined Degree Programs
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Public Health students can jump-start their careers in public health by completing the Master of Public Health in Health Equity through Simmons University. The MPH Program focuses uniquely on the intersections of public health and social justice and prepares students with skills to critically analyze structural determinants of health and persistent systems of oppression; undertake policy analyses and practices to advance systems change; engage in community organizing and innovation, and advance community-based research methods in partnership with local communities and organizations. Delivered through a blend of online courses, self-paced content, and in-person immersion experiences, our program's practice-based curriculum will give students the real-world skills needed to ensure that they graduate ready to serve as effective public health practitioners.
The Public Health Department offers two combined degree pathways into the Simmons MPH program
- The 3+1 BS to MPH Program is available to students applying to Simmons University for their Bachelor's degree, and to matriculated undergraduate students who pursue this option during their first year at Simmons.
- The Early Admission BS to MPH Program is available to matriculated BS in Public Health majors who pursue this option during their second or third year of undergraduate studies (after completing 48-80 credits)