MPH Application Criteria

• ·Successful completion of a bachelor’s degree
• Minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0
• Letters of recommendation
• Transcripts
• Resume/CV
• Graduate Statement of Purpose

The GRE is no longer an admissions requirement for the MPH program.

Holistic Admissions Philosophy

The UCR MPH admissions process is based on a holistic review that considers an applicant’s unique experiences alongside traditional measures of academic achievement.

Applicants are evaluated on the following:

1. Academic performance, as reflected in GPA, relevant coursework, resume/CV, and (optional) GRE.
2. Commitment to serving Inland Southern California and/or other underserved areas and promoting health equity, as reflected in the Statement of Purpose, letters of recommendation, and/or resume/CV.
3. Experience working with communities, as reflected in the Statement of Purpose, letters of recommendation, and/or resume/CV.
4. Interest in and career goals related to public health, as reflected in work, volunteer, and life experiences described in the application.

The admissions committee carefully evaluates each applicant’s academic preparation and potential contributions to the public health workforce, particularly in improving health outcomes in underserved communities.