The program is designed for students who have a previously awarded Master's degree, preferably a Master of Public Health, and at least two years of public health experience
GPA of 3.2 or higher
Three letters of recommendation
Resume or CV
Statement of purpose and objectives
Research Statement
Writing Sample
Mission and values statement
Official GRE scores (Due to issues related to the COVID-19 outbreak, the GRE requirement is waived for Fall 2021 admissions.)​
TOEFL or IELTS scores are required for international applicants
Relevant work/volunteer experience strengthens all applications
All international applicants are required to submit a TOEFL or IELTS score. A TOEFL iBT score of 90 or higher is required.

Letters of Recommendation
Applicants must provide a minimum of three letters of recommendation from academic advisors, professors, supervisors, mentors or anyone else familiar with their academic and/or professional ability. Letters are submitted to SOPHAS electronically.

Resume or CV
Applicants are asked to submit a resume or CV outlining their academic and professional experience and achievements.

Statement of Purpose and Objectives
The personal statement (maximum of 1500 words) should include:

Why you are interested in the DrPH program
Specific areas of interest in public health related to maternal and child health
Reason for selection of this program
Academic and professional background, including experience/expertise with public health related topics
Future goals and objectives

Writing Sample
The writing sample may be a paper, article, or report written for work or school that demonstrates the applicant's writing and research abilities. Applicants may submit their writing sample electronically via SOPHAS.

Mission and Values Statement
In 250 words or less (1,250 characters), please describe how you would embrace and support the Mission and the Values of the University of Arizona Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health.

Our Mission: The Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health is dedicated to promoting the health of individuals and communities in the southwest and globally with an emphasis on achieving health equity through excellence in education, research, and service.
Our Values: The Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health acts with respect and integrity to continuously advance health and well-being for all through knowledge, collaboration, empowerment, advocacy and sustainability. Our core values are: Fairness, Trust, Equity, Social Justice, Excellence, Innovation, Commitment, Collegiality, Diversity, Open Communication, Participation, Consensus, and Enhancement.