Maternal and Child Health MPH (in person or hybrid)
In person or hybrid options available
Assess maternal and child health needs, design and deliver evidence-based interventions, and improve health outcomes for women, children and families
Program Information
The MPH in Maternal and Child Health prepares public health professionals to improve the health and well-being of women, children, and families. Students gain expertise in maternal and child health policy, program planning, epidemiology, and community-based interventions. Graduates are equipped to analyze, interpret data, identify health risks, implement evidence-based programs, and lead initiatives that promote healthy pregnancies, child development, and family health across the life span.
Public Health Skills
- CS1. Integrate individual, social, and environmental determinants into conceptual models and apply them to design, justify, and evaluate maternal and child health interventions or programs. (EEH 511)
- CS2. Evaluate public health concerns among maternal, pediatric, and adolescent populations. (EEH 511)
- CS3. Analyze epidemiological studies on the distribution, determinants, and clinical and population interventions related to maternal and child health, particularly during the perinatal and early childhood periods. (EEH 577)
- CS4. Assess the feasibility and effectiveness of policy solutions to maternal and child health problems using policy analysis frameworks. (EEH 515)
- CS5. Apply evidence-based thinking and life course principles to the design of new programs and interventions to improve maternal and child health. (EEH 512)
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What to Know Before You Apply
- Fall Admissions
- Domestic: August 3
- International: March 1
*You must submit the SOPHAS application by this date. Supporting materials including letters of recommendation, transcripts, and transcript evaluations (if applicable) must be submitted no later than August 15th
- Summer Admissions
- Domestic students only: May 1
- Spring Admissions
- Domestic: Dec. 1
- International: Nov. 1
Students are reviewed holistically based on all accomplishments and qualifications.
- Applicants should have:
- Bachelor's degree with 3.0 GPA or above
- Coursework in:
- Health-related sciences (biology, nutrition, anatomy)
- Social sciences (sociology, psychology, political science, anthropology)
- Statistics or other quantitative methods
- GRE scores are not required and will not be considered
- Official transcripts from all colleges attended
- Personal statement describing your education, experience, MPH interest and career goals
- Contact information for a minimum of two references (faculty preferred; professional references accepted for applicants with substantial public health experience)
- Resume or CV
English language proficiency scores
- Minimum TOEFL scores of 550 for the rPDT paper-based test, 79 for the Internet-based test, or 8.5 for the TOEFL Essentials test; IELTS with a minimum score of 6.5
- Duolingo English Test (DET) with a minimum of 120
- Cambridge English Advanced (CAE) Minimum scoring on Old Scoring Scale 65 Overall, 185 overall on New Scoring Scale
- Cambridge English Proficiency (CPE) Minimum scoring on Old Scoring Scale 60 Overall, 185 overall on New Scoring Scale
Use School code 2925; School of Public Health and Health Professions to submit scores
Complete the MPH as a standalone degree, or a combined program:
Earn both your MPH and Doctor of Medicine (MD) in a streamlined five-year program. This combined degree prepares you to address complex health issues from both clinical and population health perspectives—an advantage for students interested in patient care, research, or health systems leadership.
The MD curriculum provides a comprehensive medical education designed to develop your clinical skills, critical thinking, and ability to solve real-world health problems.
Gain specialized training in internal medicine, preventive medicine and public health through this combined program that trains board-eligible primary care physicians for leadership careers.
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Contact Us
For all questions, please email sphhp-eeh@buffalo.edu