Public Health, (Graduate Certificate)
Program Summary
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Credits: 18 total
Degree: Graduate Certificate
College/School: College of Public Health
Start Date: 8/25/2025
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Program Description
The Public Health Graduate Certificate (Generalist concentration) allows students to take up to six core classes required of the MPH program without committing to a full degree program. Students pursuing the certificate program develop foundational competencies for public health practice. The classes required to complete the Public Health Graduate Certificate (Generalist concentration) are offered both online and in-person. Students who earn a “B” or better in all Public Health Graduate Certificate (Generalist concentration) courses can transition into the MPH program without a full SOPHAS application. Learn more about the transition from the certificate to the MPH.
Concentrations
- Generalist
Careers
A certificate enhances a student’s job opportunities by providing an additional area of expertise to a student’s main area of work.
The certificate may also provide an opportunity to “try out” public health without committing to a 42-credit Master’s program.
Courses
Program requirements may change; please refer to the Mason Course Catalog for the most up-to-date requirements.
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Details
Who should apply?
To be eligible for admission to this certificate program, applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution. Minimum 3.0 GPA is recommended.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Please Note: In addition to the tuition and fees described above, various course and lab fees may be assessed depending on the course(s) in which the student is enrolled. Please refer to the Students Accounts Office website for more information on tuition and fees.
Financial aid is not offered for the Public Health Graduate Certificate, Generalist concentration.
Why choose George Mason?
- Learn from nationally recognized public health researchers and practitioners.
- Develop the competencies and skills you need to advance your career at an affordable price.
- Balance work, family, and life by attending full-time or part-time and learning on your schedule.
- Develop a network of experienced professionals located around the world.
Ready to Apply?
All applicants should review the College of Health and Human Services Graduate Admissions Standards. For international applicants, see guidelines for International Graduate Requirements.
Requirements
- Graduate application
- Supplemental application
- Application fee
- Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended
- Goals statement (750-1000 words) about your professional plans and career objectives.
- Two letters of recommendation
- Resume
If you have any questions during the application process, please contact the CPH Graduate Admissions and [email protected] or 703-993-1736.
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Contact
Program Contact
Sarah Liu
Graduate Program Coordinator
Email: [email protected]
College Contact
College of Public Health (CPH)
Graduate Admissions
Phone: (703) 993-1736
Email: [email protected]
Program Website:
Public Health (Graduate Certificate)
