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The only public health school located in the nation's capital.
Working toward a healthier and safer world powered by public health.
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11th
on U.S. News and World Report's list of Best Public Health Schools
6th
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.
GW is a proud member of the Association of American Universities (AAU).
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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
Join Us in Welcoming Dr. Anushree Vichare as the New Interim Director of the Fitzhugh Mullan Institute for Health Workforce Equity
May 23, 2026
Dr. Vichare will be leading the institute as Dr. Patricia (Polly) Pittman steps down to retire.
Public Health Law and Policy Experts Urge Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to Reject the Latest Effort to Destabilize Childhood Vaccines
May 19, 2026
In comments filed on May 19th, a group of public health and administrative law scholars urged HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to reject a petition seeking to dramatically expand the scope of the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986.
From Foggy Bottom to National Public Health Leadership
Commencement speaker Dr. Joneigh Khaldun urged graduates to “be of use” in a challenging moment for public health.
May 14, 2026
Commencement speaker Dr. Joneigh Khaldun urged graduates to “be of use” in a challenging moment for public health.