Our certificate programs are designed for busy people with limited time. If your professional goals include career advancement in public health and expanding your professional network, we encourage you to apply. The programs accommodate a wide range of academic backgrounds and career experience. We are looking forward to learning more about you.

Academic Records

To apply for our Graduate Certificate programs you must have a bachelor’s degree with a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5. Admission to our certificate program requires the approval of the MPHD Program Director.

Please note that our Graduate Certificate programs do not require submission of standardized test scores (GRE/GMAT)

Personal Statement of Purpose
As part of our large family, we want to know more about you. Your personal statement gives us the opportunity to learn through a custom narrative your strengths and potential (approximately 500 words).

TOEFL or IELTS
If English is not your first language, you will also need to take the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or IELTS (International English Language Testing System).

Work Experience
Admissions standards recognize the value of career experiences and progression. We understand that relevant work experience provides a solid foundation upon which to build strong linkages between conceptual and practical knowledge in public health. We encourage applicants with diverse work experience to apply.  

Professional References
Please provide two letters of professional/academic experience.

MyPublicHealthDirect will prepare you for career advancement and success within the field of Public Health. We are looking forward to learning more about you.

For more information about applying to our graduate certificate programs contact:

Amaury Cesar de Siqueira F °
Director, Office  of Online Education
School of Public Health
Indiana University-Bloomington
adesique@indiana.edu