Master of Public Health

Earn a Master of Public Health degree and advance your career close to home. Flexible classes to fit your schedule, taught by diverse faculty members. Interact with local public health leaders to build your professional network. Develop in-demand skills in real-world settings.

Why Choose Wright State?

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Wright State’s Master of Public Health degree offers you exactly what you are looking for to prepare you for this in-demand career field, including:

  • The only accredited public health program in the Dayton area.
  • Flexible class schedules to make learning easier for you.
  • A network of 350-plus alumni to help jump-start your career.
  • Support public health efforts at a community organization while earning your degree.
  • Be employed before you even graduate! Many of our students have already done so.

FIND YOUR FUTURE AT WRIGHT STATE UNIVERSITY

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MORE EARNING POTENTIAL

Invest in yourself and your future right now! Employees with advanced degrees earn more on average than employees with just bachelor's degrees. 

24%

Increased income over bachelor degree

$13,400

Annual salary value increase

Source: Emsi complete employment data, Analysis of the Economic Impact and Return on Investment of Education, May 2018, Commissioned by the Inter-University Council of Ohio

 

RESEARCH

What are your interests? As a Carnegie-classified research university, Wright State has a strong interdisciplinary research focus with a growing emphasis on applied research. The university’s unique blend of research disciplines includes a wide range of advanced technologies, instruments, and facilities.

NEED A FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE?

Many courses in the College of Graduate Programs and Honors Studies, depending on the specific program, are offered at times and in formats designed to meet your ever-changing schedule. Take classes online, in-person, or a combination of both. Some programs allow for part-time and full-time options, allowing you to complete your studies at your pace.

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Ready to begin? Take the next step and start your application today!

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Upcoming start dates:

  • Spring Semester—January 12, 2026
  • Summer Semester—May 18, 2026
  • Fall Semester—August 24, 2026