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The only public health school located in the nation's capital.
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on U.S. News and World Report's list of Best Public Health Schools
5th
ranked Health Policy and Management department on U.S. News and World Report's list of Best Public Health Schools
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The Milken Institute School of Public Health is among the top ten recipients of NIH funding in its category.
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"My interest in GW is sparked by the potential opportunities. I wanted to be part of a community that encourages each other to succeed and encourages an open exchange of ideas about public health."
Estefania Martinez
MPH '23
Latest News at GWSPH
New Research: Proposed CDC Budget Cuts Harm Public Health and State and Local Economies
Proposed budget would lead to shrinking state and local economies and 42,000 jobs lost nationwide, according to a new analysis
September 10, 2025
Proposed FY26 CDC budget cuts could harm public health and undermine state and local economies, GW researchers report.
GW Names Accomplished Academic Leader as Next Dean of Milken Institute School of Public Health
Kelly A. Gebo, a physician-scientist, brings 30 years of leadership experience in public health administration, scholarship, teaching and patient care.
July 23, 2025
Kelly A. Gebo, a physician-scientist, brings 30 years of leadership experience in public health administration, scholarship, teaching and patient care.