Master of Public Health / Veterinary Public Health
University of Missouri-Columbia

Program Details

Prepare to make a difference in human health in a new way, through environmental and animal health, with this online veterinary science degree. This is a growing field that offers a multidisciplinary approach to health professions, social work, nursing, veterinary medicine, and more, taking a health-triad perspective. 

This online public health degree provides training in zoonotic disease prevention, food safety, and other emerging issues in animal and human health. Graduates pursue such careers as:

  • Epidemiologists
  • Environmental health specialists
  • Biostatisticians
  • Research coordinators
  • Infection control officers

This innovative, forward-thinking program is flexible. It is designed for current public health professionals, allowing them to continue working while gaining the knowledge and skills needed to face the future of health head-on.

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100% Online

Program Accreditation & Licensing

Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH)

School Accreditation & Licensing

University of Missouri-Columbia is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Admission Tests

Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s), Resume/CV, Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Statement of Purpose/Intent