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DrPH in Epidemiology

 

General Information
The purpose of the DrPH in Epidemiology is to train professionals with knowledge, skills and abilities in the development of epidemiological methodology applied to health needs including the identification of risk factors, clinical research, programs assessment, prevention, protection and treatment of diseases.

Curriculum

The Doctor of Epidemiology Degree (DrPH.) is awarded after the successful completion of an interdisciplinary core curriculum in epidemiology, which includes Biostatistics, Environmental, Nutrition, Methodology, Research and electives in special topics. Students must also complete an original research project of a significant contribution to the scientific knowledge in a particular field.

 

 

Admission Requirements
The applicant must:
  • Present evidence of the successful completion of a BS degree in a college level institution accredited by the PR Council of Higher Education or by a US recognized accrediting organization.
  • Have completed the following required courses:
Course Credits
General Sciences 6
Social Sciences 6
Behavioral Sciences 3
College Mathematics 3
Total 18
  • Have a minimum overall GPA of 3.0 (on a four-points scale).
  • Have taken the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) test. Only the general part will be required.
  • Submit the following documents:
    • Official transcript(s) from all universities attended (undergraduate & graduate).
    • GRE official scores. (www.gre.org)
    • Three letters of recommendation written by professors or by individuals familiar with the applicant’s professional work and skills using the format provided with the application form
    • Curriculum Vitae.
    • Certificate of No Penal Record.
    • US$100.00 Application Processing Fee

Upon acceptance, other documents will be required.

 

Application Process

The application deadline is APRIL 15. The Program application is available at the Admissions Office or may be downloaded from our website.

 

Tuition and Fees
 All graduate students pay the tuition fee every trimester at a rate of $265.00 per credit.

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