MPH Admissions
MPH Prerequisites:
- Baccalaureate degree with overall minimum GPA of 3.0 in last 60 semester or quarter units
- Strong writing skills and evidence of quantitative ability (grades and/or GRE score)
- Multicultural experience
- Clear commitment to public health as demonstrated through work or volunteer experiences
- Two years post-baccalaureate health related experience preferred
MPH Admissions Checklist:
Step 1: Apply to SJSU
- Apply online at Cal State Apply
- Pay application fee
- GRE Scores
- Sealed official transcripts
- For domestic transcripts send to:
Graduate Admissions
San Jose State University
One Washington Square
San Jose, CA 95192-0100 - For international transcripts send to World Education Service (WES).
- For domestic transcripts send to:
- Deadlines for Application (GAPE - Office of Graduate Admissions & Program Evaluations)
Step 2: Application to the MPH Program
- Select one format only (Campus or Online). You may not transfer after acceptance.
- Complete application
- At least two letters of recommendation
- Must be on official letterhead, signed, and include contact information for author
- Resume/CV
- Statement of Purpose (1-2 pages)
- GRE Scores
- Deadlines are listed in the MPH Admissions Information Packet and the MPH Application.
- Link to MPH Admissions Information Packet: MPH Fall 2021 Admissions Information Packet
- Link to MPH Application: SJSU MPH Fall 2021 Application