Admissions Information

College

  • Center City Campus
  • Online
  • College of Health Professions
  • College of Population Health

Degree Earned

Master's of Science

Program Length

1 -3 years

Program Type

  • Hybrid

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Prerequisites

Bachelor Degree

EDM/MPH CONTACT

Name: David Nitsch, BS, MPH, NREMT-P
Position: Program Director, Emergency & Disaster Management

PUBLIC HEALTH PROGRAM CONTACT

Name: Rosemary (Rosie) Frasso, PhD, MSc, CPH
Position: Program Director

PUBLIC HEALTH PROGRAM CONTACT

Name: Zoë Van Orsdol, MA, MPH
Position: Assistant Director

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Admissions Information

To apply, submit an application along with a fee of $50 to Jefferson.

After submitting the application, you will receive instructions on how to submit your supporting application materials listed below through your online MyJefferson account. If you prefer, you may also mail your materials to:

Thomas Jefferson University
Graduate Application Document Processing
4201 Henry Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19144

You will receive a MyJefferson identification number via email once you submit your application for admission. Be sure to include your name and MyJefferson ID on all documents that you mail to Jefferson.

Supporting Materials

Transcripts: Submit official undergraduate and graduate transcripts from all regionally accredited institutions you have attended and/or from which you earned credit. Official transcripts can be sent electronically by the institution to enroll@jefferson.edu or mailed to the address above.

Personal Statement: Submit a statement of purpose outlining your interest in the program, how the course of study relates to your desired career path, and your academic and job-related experiences that are relevant to the program.

Letters of Recommendation: Submit two letters of reference that provide insight into your academic competence. References from college or university faculty members are recommended. You may request recommendations through your MyJefferson account.

Résumé: A current professional résumé is required.

Additional Requirements for International Coursework

Students who have taken coursework outside of the United States should submit a course-by-course academic credential evaluation from a National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) member credentialing organization. Applicants who do not have a NACES evaluation are required to submit official transcripts, along with an official English translation, to Jefferson for review. Thomas Jefferson University reserves the right to outsource student academic credentials to our NACES member partner for evaluation.

International Applicants

At Jefferson, we set a high priority on the exchange of ideas, research, and education with members of the international community. Learn more about specific requirements for international applicants.

Application Deadlines

To be considered complete and eligible for review, all supporting materials must be received by the deadline.

Spring Priority Application Deadline: October 1
Spring Application Deadline: December 1
Summer Application Deadline: April 1
Fall Priority Application Deadline: March 1
Fall Application Deadline: August 1

Prerequisites

Before applying to Jefferson, you should review the prerequisites required for admission for your program of interest. Our admissions team is available to assist with questions and to provide guidance on your next steps.

Prerequisite Coursework

Applicants are required to complete the following prerequisite coursework prior to entry into the program at a regionally accredited institution.

Course Type Credits
English Composition or College Writing 3
College-level Math or Statistics 3
General Biology, Anatomy and Physiology or equivalent 3-4
Introductory Psychology or Behavioral Science Course 3

Questions

Contact us for more information about this program, how to apply for admission, and your application status.

Admissions
Phone: 215-951-2800
Email: enroll@jefferson.edu