MPH Application

All application processes can now be completed on-line.   You must complete the Graduate School Application (linked below) and submit the application fee of $45 (make payable to SIU and mail it to the department in care of the Graduate Director).

In addition to the Graduate School Application, you must complete the following:

  • Additional Health Education Requirements
  • Minimum of 3 references (using required form below)
  • Official Transcripts from all universities/colleges listed on your application form

International Students Must Also Submit:

  • Copy of their passport photo
  • TOEFL Scores
  • Financial Disclosure
  • International Students who, upon being admitted into the MPH program and upon arrival in the U.S. who decide to participate in a U.S. Medical/Dental Residency before completing their MPH will be dropped from the program. 

Applicants can also view the status of their application (linked below).

Note that application due dates are as follows:

  • For entrance in the summer/fall semesters, the deadline is the THIRD Friday of January
  • For entrance in the spring semester, the deadline is September 1

In addition, it should be noted that applicants who miss these due dates may be reviewed under certain conditions.  Contact the Graduate Director for more information. 

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What is an MPH in Community Health Education?
Sequencing of Courses

NOTE:  STARTING FOR THOSE ADMITTED IN FALL, 2008, a requirement for graduation is that ALL MPH students must register for the CHES Exam.  More information will be forthcoming.

Graduate School Application Additional Health Education Requirements Reference Form Graduate School Application Status

(NOTE: If you are currently admitted in another graduate program at SIU, you must complete the Change of Major Form and submit it with your materials)

Attention International Students--
please review this link.

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Note: 

  • The MPH DOES NOT require a GRE or MAT test
  • Individuals interested in Assistantships must FIRST be admitted into the MPH program. Please read the Assistantship Policy of the Department
  • Suggestions for International Students
Dr. Mark J. Kittleson
Professor, Health Education
Director of Graduate Studies
307 Pulliam Hall
475 Clocktower Drive
SIUC
Carbondale, IL  62901-4632
618-453-1841 (phone)
618-453-1829 (fax)
kitt@siu.edu