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Ponce Health Sciences University

Lead global health change. From anywhere.


Master in Public Health

in International Health


100% Online 

• Complete in as little as 18 months
• Fully online (study from anywhere)
• Bilingual: English & Spanish


• Accredited by CEPH
• No GRE Required
• Rolling Admissions
• Financial Aid Available


The only MPH built for Latin America and the Caribbean's health challenges

Grounded in real global health systems

Grounded in real global health systems

Curriculum built on WHO frameworks, PAHO priorities, and real epidemiological data; not just theory.

Strategic location advantage

Strategic location advantage

Based in Puerto Rico, giving you access to:

  • U.S. federal health systems (NIH, CDC pathways)
  • Caribbean and Latin American research networks

Bilingual from day one

Bilingual from day one

Complete your coursework in English or Spanish, depending on your career goals.

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Careers in Public Health

Our online Master of Public Health school will help you broaden your knowledge of local, national and global public health practices. You will gain core competencies and acquire the skills you need to be an effective leader in the public health field.

Potential Job Titles
for Master of Public Health Graduates

Epidemiologist

US$78,000/year

Public Health

Analyst

US$75,000/year

Statistician

US$103,300/year

Organization

Director

US$206,420/year

Salary estimates based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Your questions, answered.

Do I need a background in public health to apply?

No. The program welcomes students from health sciences, social sciences, policy, nursing, and related fields. Foundational courses build shared knowledge.

Can I work full-time while enrolled?

Yes, this program is designed for working professionals. Coursework is asynchronous and structured around 8-12 hours of weekly study.

Is the degree recognized internationally?

Yes. CEPH and MSCHE accreditation are internationally recognized. Graduates have been placed at WHO, PAHO, Ministries of Health, and major NGOs worldwide.

What's the difference between this and a general MPH?

The international health concentration focuses your practicum and electives on cross-border health systems, PAHO/WHO policy, and LatAm/Caribbean-specific challenges.

Ponce Health Sciences University

388 Calle Luis F. Sala, Ponce, PR 00716

Email: admissions@psm.edu


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Ponce Health Sciences University is authorized by the Junta de Instituciones Post-Secundarias de Puerto Rico (Cert. 2016-206) and accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE). Programs vary by campus.


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The Public Health Program is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH).