The Master of Public Health (MPH) in Applied Epidemiology and Population Health Methods concentration prepares students for real-world application of epidemiology principles and techniques to address public health problems in the community. 

What Makes Our Program Unique?

  • Small Class Sizes - Work closely with your faculty and peers and build your professional network with experts in epidemiology, health policy, global health, and more.
  • Flexible Schedule - Classes are offered in a hybrid format, combining in-person and online instruction. Classes are typically held on campus once per week starting at 5 pm, ideal for working professionals. 
  • Convenient Location - The USF Orange County Campus is centrally located in the city of Orange.
  • Hand-on Practical Experience - Gain 250 hours of applied practice experience in a public health-related organization.
  • Accreditations - Accredited by the Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and approved by the California State Board of Registered Nursing (BRN).
  • Sample Applied Practice Experience (APEX) Placements - CHOC Children’s Hospital, City of Hope Cancer Center, OC Health Care Agency, San Diego County Health & Human Services, First5 OC, Department of Veterans Affairs (Los Angeles), and American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (OC Chapter).

“USF has allowed me to continue to grow as a public health professional without putting my career on hold, and has strengthened my value in the public health workforce via applied epidemiology, data analysis, research methods, surveillance, and more.”

Danesh Mesri, MPH '25