Academics

Seven departments, over 30 programs

Congrats to the Class of 2020!

Please join us Thursday, May 14 at 5pm as we celebrate the accomplishments of the class of 2020 during Milken Institute School of Public Health’s virtual commencement ceremony. Students, family and friends, and all of GWSPH’s faculty, staff, and alumni are invited. The ceremony will be hosted via Facebook Live. You do not need a Facebook account to participate! This year's GWSPH commencement speaker is Padmanee Sharma, MD, PhD, Professor of Genitourinary Medical Oncology and Immunology in the Division of Cancer Medicine at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

Commencement 2020

On-Campus Programs

Undergraduate Programs

GW undergraduate students have the option to earn a major, minor or joint degree in public health.

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Graduate Programs

Explore our master's and doctorate programs currently offered through one of our six academic departments.

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Certificate Programs

These short-term flexible programs are tailored to meet the needs of professional public health practitioners.

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Online Degree Programs

MPH@GW

Our fully-online Master of Public Health program is one of the first of its kind.

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MHA@GW

Our Executive Master of Health Administration allows professionals working in health care and health services to earn their degree online and gain the skills and knowledge needed to assume a leadership role in their organization.

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#1 Online MPH Program

We're honored to have been named the #1 online MPH program in the United States.

Read about our ranking by Fortune Magazine.

Course Offerings

What Will Your GWSPH Experience Look Like?

Dig deeper into our course offerings to craft a unique and enriching experience.

All Milken Institute School of Public Health students register for courses online using the GWeb Information System. New students are able to register once their Declaration of Intent and deposit have been returned. All students are encouraged to register as early as possible, as some courses fill quickly. Click below for information about the registration and course selection process.

Courses Offered

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Academic Forms

GWSPH Source

"The Source" is an online database for current students, faculty, staff and researchers that provides all of the necessary forms and resources at the click of a button.

The Source

Forms for Incoming Students

We provide a few of our academic forms that may be helpful to incoming students before gaining access to GWSPH Source.

Academic Forms

Forms for Retired Programs

We provide access to information that pertains to programs that are not currently offered.

Program Archive

Your Academic Experience

Academic Advising

Each student is assigned an academic advisor, a faculty member from your department, who will help you develop a personalized plan for completing your program of study.

Academic Advising

Practice Experience

Our students gain practical skills and knowledge through a practicum project, the real-world application of your studies.. Our relationships with hundreds of companies and organizations around the country allows students tochoose a practicum in their area of interest.

Practice Experience

Graduation

Before you can walk across the stage in your cap and gown there are several final steps to complete. This page outlines the procedures you should follow, and provides information for families and friends.

Graduation