Epidemiology studies disease causation, transmission, and prevention; specifically the distribution and etiologies of diseases in human populations. It also provides a technical base for design, analysis, and evaluation of the distribution of health-related resources to promote community health globally and locally.
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| Degree | Program Summary |
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| MPH - 2-Year |
At-a-GlanceMPH in EpidemiologyTotal Required Units (based on quarter system): Additional Degree Requirements:
Typical time to complete degree: Program start date: Minimum Admission Requirements (in addition to the University's minimum requirements)*: Application Deadline: Total mandatory fees, per year**: Resident of California: $22,009.19 Possible Career Paths: An epidemiologist may work in a wide variety of settings, including international health agencies, state and local health departments, federal government agencies and health programs, health maintenance organizations, colleges and universities, and numerous research institutions, both privately and publicly sponsored. Who to contact for more information: Joy Miller at jdmiller@ph.ucla.edu or 310.206.3901 * Admission requirements listed are Departmental requirements, and are in addition to the University's minimum requirements. Many programs receive more applicants than can be admitted, so meeting the minimum requirements for admission does not ensure admission. Every effort is made to ensure minimum admissions requirements are up to date - for the most up-to-date information on the University's minimum requirements, please visit the UCLA Graduate Division. ** Fees are subject to change and should be used as a guide only. For the most up to date fees and more information on fee breakdown, visit the registrar's office. |
| MPH - 1-Year |
At-a-GlanceThe MPH Program in Epidemiology (1-Year, postdoctoral)Total Required Units (based on quarter system): Additional Degree Requirements:
Typical time to complete degree: Program start date: Minimum Admission Requirements (in addition to the University's minimum requirements)*:
Application Deadline: Total mandatory fees, per year**: Resident of California: $22,009.19 Possible Career Paths: An epidemiologist may work in a wide variety of settings, including international health agencies, state and local health departments, federal government agencies and health programs, health maintenance organizations, colleges and universities, and numerous research institutions, both privately and publicly sponsored. Who to contact for more information: Joy Miller at jdmiller@ph.ucla.edu or 310.206.3901 * Admission requirements listed are Departmental requirements, and are in addition to the University's minimum requirements. Many programs receive more applicants than can be admitted, so meeting the minimum requirements for admission does not ensure admission. Every effort is made to ensure minimum admissions requirements are up to date - for the most up-to-date information on the University's minimum requirements, please visit the UCLA Graduate Division. ** Fees are subject to change and should be used as a guide only. For the most up to date fees and more information on fee breakdown, visit the registrar's office. |
| MS |
At-a-GlanceThe MS Program in EpidemiologyTotal Required Units (based on quarter system): Additional Degree Requirements: Master's Thesis OR Written Comprehensive Examination and an in-depth research report Typical time to complete degree: Program start date: Minimum Admission Requirements (in addition to the University's minimum requirements)*: Application Deadline: Total mandatory fees, per year**: Resident of California: $14,809.19 Possible Career Paths: An epidemiologist may work in a wide variety of settings, including international health agencies, state and local health departments, federal government agencies and health programs, health maintenance organizations, colleges and universities, and numerous research institutions, both privately and publicly sponsored. Who to contact for more information: Joy Miller at jdmiller@ph.ucla.edu or 310.206.3901 * Admission requirements listed are Departmental requirements, and are in addition to the University's minimum requirements. Many programs receive more applicants than can be admitted, so meeting the minimum requirements for admission does not ensure admission. Every effort is made to ensure minimum admissions requirements are up to date - for the most up-to-date information on the University's minimum requirements, please visit the UCLA Graduate Division. ** Fees are subject to change and should be used as a guide only. For the most up to date fees and more information on fee breakdown, visit the registrar's office. |
| PhD |
At-a-GlanceThe PHD Program in EpidemiologyTotal Required Units (based on quarter system): Additional Degree Requirements:
Typical time to complete degree: Program start date: Minimum Admission Requirements (in addition to the University's minimum requirements)*:
Application Deadline: Total mandatory fees, per year**: Resident of California: $14,809.19 Possible Career Paths: An epidemiologist may work in a wide variety of settings, including international health agencies, state and local health departments, federal government agencies and health programs, health maintenance organizations, colleges and universities, and numerous research institutions, both privately and publicly sponsored. Who to contact for more information: Joy Miller at jdmiller@ph.ucla.edu or 310.206.3901. * Admission requirements listed are Departmental requirements, and are in addition to the University's minimum requirements. Many programs receive more applicants than can be admitted, so meeting the minimum requirements for admission does not ensure admission. Every effort is made to ensure minimum admissions requirements are up to date - for the most up-to-date information on the University's minimum requirements, please visit the UCLA Graduate Division. ** Fees are subject to change and should be used as a guide only. For the most up to date fees and more information on fee breakdown, visit the registrar's office. |
| DrPH |
At-a-GlanceThe DrPH Program in EpidemiologyTotal Required Units (based on quarter system): Additional Degree Requirements:
Typical time to complete degree: Program start date: Minimum Admission Requirements (in addition to the University's minimum requirements)*:
Application Deadline: Total mandatory fees, per year**: Resident of California: $22,009.19 Possible Career Paths: An epidemiologist may work in a wide variety of settings, including international health agencies, state and local health departments, federal government agencies and health programs, health maintenance organizations, colleges and universities, and numerous research institutions, both privately and publicly sponsored. Who to contact for more information: Joy Miller at jdmiller@ph.ucla.edu or 310.206.3901. * Admission requirements listed are Departmental requirements, and are in addition to the University's minimum requirements. Many programs receive more applicants than can be admitted, so meeting the minimum requirements for admission does not ensure admission. Every effort is made to ensure minimum admissions requirements are up to date - for the most up-to-date information on the University's minimum requirements, please visit the UCLA Graduate Division. ** Fees are subject to change and should be used as a guide only. For the most up to date fees and more information on fee breakdown, visit the registrar's office. |