Master of Science [M.S] (Community Health)
Field of Study:
$23,100/Yr
The curriculum of Community Health program from State University of New York Potsdam fosters development of core public health competencies, training students to plan, implement, and evaluate both urban and rural health initiatives. Through coursework, research, and community engagement, students will acquire the practical skills necessary to respond to public health needs in both rural and urban settings.
What you'll gain
- Ability to evaluate and design programs
- Needs Assessment skills
- Strategic planning skills
- Grant writing experience
- Hands on, practical experience through internships and projects
- A network of public health professionals, and the confidence and tools needed to contribute to the field immediately upon graduation
Unique Program Features
- Late afternoon and early evening classes
- Full-time and two part-time program options
- Average class size of 8-12 students
- Mix of traditional students and working professionals
- Full year internship and a professional project designed to put knowledge to work (Past internships have been with organizations such as the Essex and Franklin county public health departments, the Seaway Valley Prevention Council, and many other places throughout the state and country.)
Employment Opportunities
There is a wide variety of careers you can explore with a Master's in Community Health. Examples of positions students have obtained are:
- Director of Public Health/Community Health Agency
- Grant Writer at Public Health/Community Health Agency
- Health Educators
- Medical and Health Service Managers
- Biostatistician
- Epidemiologist
- Behavioral Scientist
- Teaching Community/Public Health
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Requirements:
- Applicants must have completed their bachelors degree in English, Literature from an accredited university
- Send official transcripts, examination scores, marksheets from secondary school and other universities attended
- Official records should be submitted in both English and regional language along with evaluation by an accredited agency like WES or SpanTran
- Applicant must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 or equivalent on a scale of 4.0
- Submitting GRE score is optional
- Submit a letter of recommendation from someone who knows your academic capabilities
- Submit English Language Proficiency test scores
English Language Requirements:
- TOEFL: minimum 79 in iBT; 213 in CBT and 550 in PBT
- IELTS: minimum 6.0
- CEP: minimum 169
- Duolingo: minimum 100
Course Guides
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Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
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Chuan Ai Lu Engstrom Memorial Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 1,000/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
KC Mahindra Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 5,542/Yr$5,542 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
ASID Foundation Legacy Scholarships | Scholarship per student$ 4,000/Yr$4,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
Bharat Petroleum Scholarship 2020 | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
YouAreWelcomeHere Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyApprenticeship | TypeTuition-Fee-Waiver |
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