How does this program differ from other MPH programs around the country?

1. Our curriculum is focused exclusively on global public health (rather than just a concentration option).
2. It is a collaboration of 5 of NYU's premier professional schools: medicine, dentistry (including nursing), education, public service and social work. It does not reside in a single school.
3. We are committed to multidisciplinary teaching and curriculum, because we believe that no single disciplinary approach is sufficient to respond to today's global health challenges.
4. We require that our students already have another advanced degree (master's or higher).
5. Our students come from a broad spectrum of professional backgrounds.
6. We encourage our students to do their required field work in international settings.
7. We are the only MPH program to offer a concentration in Global Oral Health.

How will the program prepare me for a career in public health?

This program prepares professionals with advanced degrees from multiple disciplines to play leadership roles in promoting global health through research, practice and policy-making. Graduates will be prepared for senior positions in health organizations (public, private or non-profit) at the global, national or regional level, with responsibility for disease surveillance; health status monitoring; development, implementation and evaluation of programs in health promotion and disease prevention; response to manmade or natural disasters; management of health resources; and policy-making to foster health system development and reform worldwide.

Who are the instructors for the program's courses?

Instructors will be faculty of the 5 participating schools. Over 60 faculty members will teach in the Master's Program in Global Public Health. In addition, expert practitioners will be invited to speak and meet with students in several courses.

Some of the concentrations allow students to enroll in courses taught by NYU schools other than the 5 participating schools. The curriculum also includes 2 elective courses, which may be taken at any of the University's 14 schools, subject to approval of the student's advisor.

What areas of expertise are represented by the participating faculty?

Examples of faculty expertise include:

• Infectious disease epidemiology
• Global health governance, policy and management
• Health policy analysis
• Public health informatics
• Global health ethics
• Cross-cultural health communication
• Bioterrorism and toxicology
• International economic development
• Environmental health
• International oral health
• Human rights
• Biostatistics and qualitative methods
• International negotiation
• Health promotion and disease prevention
• Immigrant health

How does this program differ from the MPH program offered at NYU's Steinhardt School?

The Steinhardt Community Public Health program (www.education.nyu.edu/publichealth) offers the MPH degree with areas of concentration in Community Health, International Health and Public Health Nutrition.

NYU's Master's Program in Global Public Health offers a choice of 4 concentrations, each of which has an emphasis on global public health:

1. Health Policy & Management
2. Epidemiology
3. Health Promotion, Disease Prevention & Human Migration
4. Oral Public Health

A previous advanced degree is not a prerequisite for admission to the Steinhardt program, whereas it is for the Master's Program in Global Public Health.

Where will classes be held?

The majority of classes will be held in and around the Washington Square area of Greenwich Village, however a few classes may be held at the School of Medicine and the College of Dentistry which are located further uptown at 30th and 24th Streets, respectively, on First Avenue.

Are students required to complete fieldwork hours?

The program requires 2 fieldwork components of all students:

All students complete an Internship, working at least 120 hours in an approved public or private organization engaged in the prevention of disease, health promotion, health service delivery, policymaking, or research in a global context. We expect that most internships will take place in the greater New York City area, however overseas internships are possible. Students will either "shadow" or work under the supervision of a senior staff member within the selected organization or program. The assignment should be relevant to the student's career goals. The Internship field experience is accompanied by a 3 credit (Pass/Fail) seminar.

All students are also required to complete a Capstone Project. In the final year of the program, students work together as interdisciplinary teams on a year-long project identified by a client organization (international agency, national or local government, civil society organization, universities, or business organizations with social purpose) overseas or an organization working in global health based here in the United States. During the year, students are expected to refine the problem proposed by the organization; develop an explicit working agreement governing the scope of the project; perform the project, including field work of varying lengths; and prepare and present a report to the organization. While most work on the project will be done in New York, members of a team are likely to spend some time in the field during that year (the length and type of fieldwork will vary depending on the scope of the project). A capstone course is taught by global public health faculty and, for the field work portion of their course, the teams will either be accompanied by one or two NYU faculty members or work under the supervision of faculty and staff onsite, depending on the nature and demands of the project. The experience is used as the basis for intensive teaching about interdisciplinary team development and maintenance; project management; and maintaining effective client relationships in complex environments.

The goal of the Capstone is to go beyond training students to talk and write about global public health theories. The Master's Program in Global Public Health seeks to graduate students who have already confronted the challenges "on the ground" and learned the deep value of working as a team with individuals with different professional backgrounds. Our intention is to shape a program that motivates its graduates to create truly new solutions to our global public health crises.

Are students required to complete a thesis?

No, the Capstone is considered the culminating experience of the program, requiring that students demonstrate proficiency in core public health competency areas.

What does the program mean by a "learning community" and how will I be involved?

Moving through their educational experience as a cohort, Global MPH students will form a learning community reinforced by an Integrative Seminar meeting weekly/biweekly throughout the academic years of the program. The seminar is used to provide opportunities for discussion, debate and peer learning on the historical roots of public health; critical issues and interdisciplinary and intersectoral approaches to interventions on global public health problems; the architecture for global health policy making; and modules to promote each student's personal/professional development (including leadership, communications and advocacy skills); expertise in team and group work; and ability to make change in and through organizations.

This seminar features leading faculty from across NYU and global experts-researchers, policy makers and practitioners-and organizational and political leaders from around the world as they visit and work in New York.

Do you offer any dual degree programs?

Yes. We currently offer 3 dual degree options. The DDS/MPH with the NYU College of Dentistry allows students to complete both degrees in 5 years. We also offer the MD/MPH with the NYU School of Medicine, allowing students to complete both degrees in 5 years. Finally, we offer a 3-year MS/MPH option with the NYU College of Nursing.

Students must be admitted to both degree programs in order to enroll in a dual degree option. Application is made separately to the MPH program, using the standard application form. Application need not be made at the same time that application is made to the College of Dentistry or School of Medicine. We recognize that students may reach the decision to pursue an MPH after they have begun their studies in dentistry or medicine.

Please check our website periodically for further details on dual degrees as the option are developed this year.

Can I enroll in the program part-time?

Yes, both full-time and part-time enrollment is available. All classes will be offered in the evening. A typical part-time student could expect to be on campus 1 or 2 times per week.

What are the application requirements?

Please refer to our admissions page for specific application instructions. In summary, we require:

1. A previous advanced degree (master's degree or higher).
2. The application form which must be completed and submitted online. It can be found at: apply.embark.com/grad/NYU/GlobalMPH/50/. In addition to demographic information, education and employment history, the application includes a personal statement.
3. Official transcripts of all colleges and universities attended.
4. Three references.
5. For international students: the TOEFL exam, if your academic institution's language of instruction was not English.

Standardized test scores (GRE, GMAT, MCAT, DAT, etc.) are not required, but may be submitted if available. See application form for further instructions.

I do not have an advanced degree - can I still be considered?

No. A previous advanced degree (master's or above) is required unless you are applying to one of the dual degree options.

Is there an application fee?

Yes, there is a non-refundable fee of $65, payable by check, money order or credit card.

What is the deadline for applications?

We have only one application deadline for study to begin the following fall. Please refer to our website for specific application deadlines -most applications are due by February 1.

How many applicants do you accept each year?

We accept approximately 40 new students per year.

What pre-requisite courses will I need?

There are no specific courses required to enroll in the program. A previous advanced degree (master's or above) is a prerequisite for admission to the program.

Do I need a background in health to apply?

No. Although there will be applicants with direct health experience, we seek an interdisciplinary student body. Therefore, we encourage a variety of professionals with an interest in a public health career to apply.

Can I transfer credits from other courses I have completed?

Transfer credits will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis and are not considered until students are enrolled in the program. Credits can not be transferred if they were already counted toward another degree. To be considered:

• transfer credits must be from an accredited institution
• there must be evidence that the credits are at the graduate level
• you must have earned a grade of B or better in the course
• you must provide an official transcript of the course and final grade along with the course syllabus

If I have taken similar courses in the past, can I waive out of any program requirements?

Decisions regarding waiving courses will be made by program faculty on an individual student basis. Waiving-out does not reduce the number of credits required for graduation; another course must be substituted.

How long does it take to complete the degree?

Full-time students can complete the degree in 2 years. Part-time students will typically complete the program in 2 1/2 to 4 years, depending on the number of courses taken each semester.

What is the cost of tuition?

Tuition is charged based on the student's selected concentration area and the number of points for which the student is registered, as follows:

For Academic Year 2007/2008:

HEALTH POLICY & MANAGEMENT CONCENTRATION
Up to 3.5 points $1055/point
3.5 to 8.5 points $6647
9 points+ $1055/point

ALL OTHER CONCENTRATIONS
Up to 3.5 points $1055/point
3.5 to 7.5 points $6647
8 points+ $1055/point

Estimated total tuition for a fulltime student completing the program in two years: $53,800.

Is funding available?

New York University and the Master's Program in Global Public Health offer a comprehensive program of both need-based and merit-based assistance, including partial tuition scholarships, for domestic and international students. For details on types of financial aid and application requirements please see the program's website: www.nyu.edu/mph/tuition.

Is university housing available?

The University expects that students enrolled in the program will find off-campus housing. For students facing special circumstances, applications for a small number of graduate housing slots can be accepted. For more information see www.nyu.edu/mph/services.

What university services are available to me as a graduate student?

NYU graduate students have access to a wide variety of services including libraries, athletic facilities, the student center, university career services, NYU's Center for Students with Disabilities, the University's Office for International Students & Scholars, University Health Services, transportation, university art galleries and the Torch Club. For further information see www.nyu.edu/mph/services.

Do you offer online, distance learning if I live far away?

No, the program does not offer distance education at this time.

Is there someone available to talk to me personally?

Yes. Just call the program at 212-992-MPH1 (6741). A knowledgeable individual will answer your call. We pride ourselves on providing personal attention to your individual questions.

Is there someone I can e-mail?

Yes. The program's e-mail address is globalmph@nyu.edu. All e-mails will be answered promptly.