The Master of Public Health program supports interdisciplinary communication, promotes a broad intellectual framework for problem solving and fosters the development of professional public health values. Graduates from the Master of Public Health program will be ready to begin their professional careers with a level of competence appropriate to stay current with developments in public health and related fields. Those interested in research careers will be prepared to engage in research that addresses community-relevant public health questions.

Admission Requirements

Master of Public Health Admission Requirements

Admission standards for graduate studies at California Baptist University can be found in the Admissions section of the University Catalog. Specific admission requirements for the graduate program in Public Health are:

1. Grade Point Average
   • A minimum 2.75 GPA for unconditional acceptance
   • Applicants with a GPA lower than 2.75 may be considered for admission with the presentation of a minimum combined score of 300 on the verbal and quantitative sections of the Graduate Record Exam (GRE)
2. Prerequisite (completed with a “C” or better)
   • An introductory course in statistics
3. Two Recommendations, completed on forms provided, from sources who can address your potential for success. Family members and friends may not complete recommendations
   • One recommendation should be from previous faculty or from a current employer if academic references are more than ten years old
   • One recommendation should be a personal reference
4. Comprehensive Essay of at least 500 words that includes the following:
   • Purpose for entering the program
   • How this program will allow you to live your purpose in life
   • How your characteristics and goals are congruent with California Baptist University’s mission
5. Successful Interview with the Director of the graduate program in Public Health