Admissions Criteria

Master of Public Health (MPH) Admission Requirements

  • North American Applicants
    • A bachelor’s degree from a recognized university or college, with a minimum 3.0 GPA
    • Work experience or a strong interest in public health
    • A personal statement of interest in public health
    • Two letters of recommendation from qualified professionals (e.g. academic, professionals from relevant fields)
  • British Applicants
    • A first- or second-class degree
    • Work experience or a strong interest in public health
    • Two letters of recommendation
  • Other Models of Education
    • A bachelor’s degree, BSc, or equivalent with a strong science background
    • Work experience or a strong interest in public health
    • Two letters of recommendation
    • If English is not the applicant’s principal language, the official record of a score of at least 600 (paper-based), 250 (computer-based) or 100 (internet-based) on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or a 7.0 overall score in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS).

 

Master of Science (MSc) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Admission Requirements

  • North American Applicants
    • A bachelor’s degree or equivalent with a GPA of 3.0 and a strong science background for MSc applications
    • A master’s degree or equivalent with a GPA of 3.0 and a strong science background for PhD applications
    • GRE tests are not required, but strong GRE performance enhances an application
    • Candidates for the Microbiology MSc degree must have at least a 3.0 GPA in microbiology courses
    • A doctoral research proposal for PhD application 
    • Two letters of recommendation
    • Prior research experience is a benefit, but not a requirement in MSc application
    • Prior research experience is a requirement for PhD application
  • British Applicants
    • Applicants in the United Kingdom system must have a first- or second-class degree
    • Candidates for the Microbiology MSc degree must have at least a 3.0 GPA in microbiology courses
    • A doctoral research proposal for PhD application 
    • Two letters of recommendation
    • Prior research experience is a benefit, but not a requirement in MSc application
    • Prior research experience is a requirement for PhD application
  • Other Models of Education
    • A bachelor’s degree or equivalent with a GPA of 3.0 and a strong science background for MSc applications
    • A master’s degree or equivalent with a GPA of 3.0 and a strong science background for PhD applications
    • Candidates for the Microbiology MSc degree must have at least a 3.0 GPA in microbiology courses
    • A doctoral research proposal for PhD application 
    • Two letters of recommendation
    • Prior research experience is a benefit, but not a requirement in MSc application
    • Prior research experience is a requirement for PhD application
    • If English is not the applicant’s principal language, the official record of a score of at least 600 (paper-based), 250 (computer-based) or 100 (internet-based) on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or a 7.0 overall score in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS).
    • A bachelor’s degree
    • Minimum 3.0 GPA
    • Minimum one year (but ideally at least 3-5 years) of professional experience, including teaching experience
    • Content area expertise
    • Strong writing and analytical skills
    • Commitment/passion for teaching, learning, and leadership

 

Master of Education (MEd) Admission Requirements:

  • When applying, candidates must submit the following:
    • All official post-secondary transcripts
    • A professional resume
    • A 3-5 page academic writing sample
    • A 2-3 page personal statement
    • Two letters of recommendation (one academic, one professional)
    • Applicants must also indicate which track they are applying for Global Education, Health Education, or Medical Education)
    • Select applicants will be invited for a virtual interview with the program director. Applicants can expect to complete a real-time writing task during the interview.