Overview

Students interested in dentistry and public health may study concurrently for a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from UTHealth Houston School of Public Health and a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from UTHealth School of Dentistry. This program is open to current first- and second-year DDS students or those who received admission to the DDS/MPH program concurrently with the approval of the DDS/MPH Program Coordinator.

Students pursuing a dual degree are entered into the Customized MPH plan at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester.

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

The contact for the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health DDS/MPH program is Heidi Russell, MD, PhD.

The contact for the UTHealth School of Dentistry is Ana Neumann, DDS, MPH, PhD.

Requirements

The DDS/MPH dual degree program requires the successful completion of 45 credits total, including:

• Core courses (18 credits)
• Shared credits from UTHealth School of Dentistry (12 credits)
• Advanced public health coursework (9 credits)
• Integrative learning experience (3 credits)
• Practicum (3 credits)

When possible, the student's coursework at the two institutions is coordinated to provide a curriculum that integrates dental science with public health sciences. 

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. Students will be required to provide proof that a graduation application has been submitted to the partner institution during the MPH graduation application process. Please contact your campus or program coordinator if you need more information on enrollment requirements and degree conferral.

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

For more information about academic requirements at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health, reference the academic catalog. 

Overview

Students interested in dentistry and public health may study concurrently for a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health in El Paso and a Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso’s Woody L. Hunt School of Dental Medicine. This program allows students to complete both degrees more efficiently and with fewer total credit hours than if each degree were pursued separately.

Students pursuing a dual degree are entered into the Customized MPH plan at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester.

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

The contacts for the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health DMD/MPH program are regional dean of the El Paso campus, Dr. Kristina Mena, and Pedro Garza.

Requirements

*NOTE: This program is available starting Summer, 2023*

The DMD/MPH dual degree program requires the successful completion of 45 credits total, including:

• Core courses (18 credits)
• Shared Credits from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso’s Woody L. Hunt School of Dental Medicine (12 credits)
• Advanced public health coursework (9 credits)
• Integrative learning experience (3 credits)
• Practicum (3 credits)

When possible, the student's coursework at the two institutions is coordinated to provide a curriculum that integrates medical science and practice with public health sciences.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. Students will be required to provide proof that a graduation application has been submitted to the partner institution during the MPH graduation application process. Please contact your campus or program coordinator if you need more information on enrollment requirements and degree conferral.

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

For more information about academic requirements at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health, reference the academic catalog.

Overview

Students interested in health law and policy may study concurrently for a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health and a Doctor of Jurisprudence from St. Mary’s University School of Law. This program allows students to complete both degrees more efficiently and with fewer total credit hours than if each degree were pursued separately. 

Students pursuing a dual degree are entered into the Customized MPH plan at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester.

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

The contact for the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health JD/MPH program is [email protected].

The contact for the St. Mary's School of Law is [email protected].

Requirements

The JD/MPH dual degree program requires the successful completion of 45 credits total, including: 

• Core Courses (18 credits)
• Shared Credits from St. Mary’s School of Law (12 credits)
• Advanced public health coursework (9 credits)
• Integrative learning experience (3 credits)
• Practicum (3 credits)

When possible, the student's coursework at the two institutions is coordinated to provide a curriculum that integrates business administration with public health sciences.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. Students will be required to provide proof that a graduation application has been submitted to the partner institution during the MPH graduation application process. Please contact your campus or program coordinator if you need more information on enrollment requirements and degree conferral.

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

For more information about academic requirements at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health, reference the academic catalog. 

Overview

Students interested in health law and policy may study concurrently for a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from UTHealth Houston School of Public Health and a Doctor of Jurisprudence (JD) from The University of Houston Law Center. Students typically finish their concurrent degrees in four years, one year less than it would take to earn the degrees sequentially.

Students pursuing a dual degree are entered into the Customized MPH plan at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. 

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

The contact for the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health JD/MPH program is [email protected].

The contact for the University of Houston Law Center is Monica Mensah.

Requirements

The JD/MPH dual degree program requires the successful completion of 45 credits total, including:

• Core courses (18 credits)
• Shared credits from the University of Houston Law Center (Up to 12 credits)
• Advanced public health coursework (9 credits)
• Integrative learning experience (3 credits)
• Practicum (3 credits)

When possible, the student's coursework at the two institutions is coordinated to provide a curriculum that integrates legal studies with public health sciences.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. Students will be required to provide proof that a graduation application has been submitted to the partner institution during the MPH graduation application process. Please contact your campus or program coordinator if you need more information on enrollment requirements and degree conferral.

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

For more information about academic requirements at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health, reference the academic catalog. 

Overview

Students interested in business administration and public health may study concurrently for a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from The University of Texas Permian Basin. This program allows students to complete both degrees more efficiently and with fewer total credit hours than if each degree were pursued separately.

Students pursuing a dual degree are entered into the Customized MPH plan at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester.

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

The contact for the MBA/MPH program with The University of Texas Permian Basin College of Business is Dr. Steven Beach.

Requirements

The MBA/MPH dual degree program requires the successful completion of 45 credits total, including:

• Core courses (18 credits)
• Shared Credits from the University of Texas Permian Basin College of Business (12 credits)
• Advanced public health coursework (9 credits)
• Integrative learning experience (3 credits)
• Practicum (3 credits)

When possible, the student's coursework at the two institutions is coordinated to provide a curriculum that integrates medical science and practice with public health sciences.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. Students will be required to provide proof that a graduation application has been submitted to the partner institution during the MPH graduation application process. Please contact your campus or program coordinator if you need more information on enrollment requirements and degree conferral.

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

For more information about academic requirements at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health, reference the academic catalog.

Overview

Students interested in business administration and public health may study concurrently for a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from the UTHealth School of Public Health in San Antonio and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from The University of Texas at San Antonio College of Business. This program allows students to complete both degrees more efficiently and with fewer total credit hours than if each degree were pursued separately.

Students pursuing a dual degree are entered into the Customized MPH plan at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester.

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

For more information about the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health MBA/MPH program, please contact regional campus dean Jack Tsai, PhD.

Requirements

The MBA/MPH dual degree program requires the successful completion of 45 credits total, including: 

• Core Courses (18 credits)
• Shared Credits from UT San Antonio (12 credits)
• Advanced public health coursework (9 credits)
• Integrative learning experience (3 credits)
• Practicum (3 credits)

When possible, the student's coursework at the two institutions is coordinated to provide a curriculum that integrates business administration with public health sciences.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. Students will be required to provide proof that a graduation application has been submitted to the partner institution during the MPH graduation application process. Please contact your campus or program coordinator if you need more information on enrollment requirements and degree conferral.

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

For more information about academic requirements at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health, reference the academic catalog. 

Overview

Students interested in business administration and public health may study concurrently for a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health in El Paso and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from The University of Texas at El Paso Woody L. Hunt College of Business. This program allows students to complete both degrees more efficiently and with fewer total credit hours than if each degree were pursued separately. 

Students pursuing a dual degree are entered into the Customized MPH plan at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester.

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

For more information about the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health in El Paso MBA/MPH program, please contact Dr. Laura Uribarri and Ms. Pamela Prieto Montoya.

Requirements

The MBA/MPH dual degree program requires the successful completion of 45 credits total, including: 

• Core Courses (18 credits)
• Shared Credits from the University of Texas at El Paso Woody L. Hunt College of Business Administration (12 credits)
• Advanced public health coursework (9 credits)
• Integrative learning experience (3 credits)
• Practicum (3 credits)

When possible, the student's coursework at the two institutions is coordinated to provide a curriculum that integrates business administration with public health sciences.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. Students will be required to provide proof that a graduation application has been submitted to the partner institution during the MPH graduation application process. Please contact your campus or program coordinator if you need more information on enrollment requirements and degree conferral.

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

For more information about academic requirements at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health, reference the academic catalog. 

Overview

Students interested in medicine and public health may study concurrently for a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from UTHealth Houston School of Public Health and a Medical Doctor (MD) degree from Baylor College of Medicine. The program supports students who are interested in addressing health issues both at an individual patient level, and at the community or population level.

Most students who apply to both programs at the same time are able to complete their MD and MPH degrees in five years of full-time study, with the option to start the MPH program the summer semester prior to beginning medical school. Students are able to enroll in the MPH program up until the completion of their third year of medical school, but this may increase the total time it takes to complete both programs to more than five years.

Students pursuing a dual degree opportunity are entered into the Customized MPH program at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. 

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

The contact for the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health MD/MPH program is Heidi Russell, MD, PhD.

The contact for Baylor College of Medicine is Rachael Keefe, MD, MPH, FAAP.

Requirements

The MD/MPH dual degree program requires the successful completion of 45 credits total, including: 

• Core courses (18 credits)
• Shared Credits from Baylor College of Medicine (12 credits)
• Advanced public health coursework (9 credits)
• Integrative learning experience (3 credits)
• Practicum (3 credits)

When possible, the student's coursework at the two institutions is coordinated to provide a curriculum that integrates medical science and practice with public health sciences.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. Students will be required to provide proof that a graduation application has been submitted to the partner institution during the MPH graduation application process. Please contact your campus or program coordinator if you need more information on enrollment requirements and degree conferral.

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

For more information about academic requirements at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health, reference the academic catalog. 

Overview

Students interested in medicine and public health may study concurrently for a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from UTHealth Houston School of Public Health and a Medical Doctor (MD) degree from Baylor College of Medicine - Temple Campus. The program supports students who are interested in addressing health issues both at an individual patient level, and at the community or population level.

Most students who apply to both programs at the same time are able to complete their MD and MPH degrees in five years of full-time study, with the option to start the MPH program the summer semester prior to beginning medical school. Students are able to enroll in the MPH program up until the completion of their third year of medical school, but this may increase the total time it takes to complete both programs to more than five years.

Students pursuing a dual degree opportunity are entered into the Customized MPH program at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. 

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

The contact for the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health MD/MPH program is Heidi Russell, MD, PhD.

The contact for Baylor College of Medicine is Rachael Keefe, MD, MPH, FAAP.

Requirements

The MD/MPH dual degree program requires the successful completion of 45 credits total, including: 

• Core courses (18 credits)
• Shared Credits from Baylor College of Medicine (12 credits)
• Advanced public health coursework (9 credits)
• Integrative learning experience (3 credits)
• Practicum (3 credits)

When possible, the student's coursework at the two institutions is coordinated to provide a curriculum that integrates medical science and practice with public health sciences.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. Students will be required to provide proof that a graduation application has been submitted to the partner institution during the MPH graduation application process. Please contact your campus or program coordinator if you need more information on enrollment requirements and degree conferral.

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

For more information about academic requirements at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health, reference the academic catalog. 

Overview

Students interested in medicine and public health may study concurrently for a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from UTHealth Houston School of Public Health and a Medical Doctor (MD) degree from the John P. and Katherine G. McGovern Medical School at UTHealth. The program supports students who are interested in addressing health issues both at an individual patient level, and at the community or population level.

Most students who apply to both programs are able to complete their MD and MPH degrees in four to five years. Students spend their fall and spring semesters at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health after their first, second or third medical school year. Students are able to enroll in the MPH program up until the completion of their third year of medical school, but this may increase the total time it takes to complete both programs to more than five years.

Students pursuing a dual degree opportunity are entered into the Customized MPH program at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. 

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

The contact for the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health MD/MPH program is Heidi Russell, MD, PhD.

The contacts for McGovern Medical School are Rebecca M. Beyda, MD, MS, and Nicole Dubuque.

Requirements

The MD/MPH dual degree program requires the successful completion of 45 credits total, including: 

• Core courses (18 credits)
• Shared Credits from McGovern Medical School (12 credits)
• Advanced public health coursework (9 credits)
• Integrative learning experience (3 credits)
• Practicum (3 credits)

When possible, the student's coursework at the two institutions is coordinated to provide a curriculum that integrates medical science and practice with public health sciences.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. Students will be required to provide proof that a graduation application has been submitted to the partner institution during the MPH graduation application process. Please contact your campus or program coordinator if you need more information on enrollment requirements and degree conferral.

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

For more information about academic requirements at UTHealth School of Public Health, reference the academic catalog. 

Overview

Students interested in medicine and public health may study concurrently for a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from UTHealth Houston School of Public Health and a Medical Doctor (MD) degree from the Texas Tech Paul L. Foster School of Medicine. The program supports students who are interested in addressing health issues both at an individual patient level, and at the community or population level.

Most students who apply to both programs at the same time are able to complete their MD and MPH degrees in four to five years of full time study, with the option to start the MPH program the summer semester prior to beginning medical school.

Students pursuing a dual degree opportunity are entered into the Customized MPH program at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. 

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

The contacts for the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health MD/MPH program are regional dean of the El Paso campus, Dr. Kristina Mena, and Pedro Garza.

Requirements

The MD/MPH dual degree program requires the successful completion of 45 credits total, including: 

• Core courses (18 credits)
• Shared Credits from Texas Tech Paul L. Foster School of Medicine (12 credits)
• Advanced public health coursework (9 credits)
• Integrative learning experience (3 credits)
• Practicum (3 credits)

When possible, the student's coursework at the two institutions is coordinated to provide a curriculum that integrates medical science and practice with public health sciences.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. Students will be required to provide proof that a graduation application has been submitted to the partner institution during the MPH graduation application process. Please contact your campus or program coordinator if you need more information on enrollment requirements and degree conferral.

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

For more information about academic requirements at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health, reference the academic catalog. 

Overview

Students interested in medicine and public health may study concurrently for a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from UTHealth School of Public Health and a Medical Doctor (MD) degree from The University of Houston College of Medicine. The program supports students who are interested in addressing health issues both at an individual patient level and at the community or population level. 

Most students who apply to both programs at the same time are able to complete their MD and MPH degrees in five years of full-time study. Students are able to enroll in the MPH program up until the completion of their third year of medical school, but this may increase the total time it takes to complete both programs to more than five years.

Students pursuing a dual degree opportunity are entered into the Customized MPH program at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

The contact for the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health MD/MPH program is Heidi Russell, MD, PhD.

The contact for the MD/MPH program with The University of Houston College of Medicine is Dr. Kimberly Pilkinton.

Requirements

The MD/MPH dual degree program requires the successful completion of 45 credits total, including: 

• Core courses (18 credits)
• Shared credits from The University of Houston College of Medicine (12 credits)
• Advanced public health coursework (9 credits)
• Integrative learning experience (3 credits)
• Practicum (3 credits)

When possible, the student's coursework at the two institutions is coordinated to provide a curriculum that integrates medical science and practice with public health sciences.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. Students will be required to provide proof that a graduation application has been submitted to the partner institution during the MPH graduation application process. Please contact your campus or program coordinator if you need more information on enrollment requirements and degree conferral.

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

For more information about academic requirements at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health, reference the academic catalog. 

Overview

Students interested in medicine and public health may study concurrently for a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from UTHealth Houston School of Public Health and a Medical Doctor (MD) degree from The University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine. The program supports students who are interested in addressing health issues both at an individual patient level, and at the community or population level. 

Students pursuing a dual degree opportunity are entered into the Customized MPH program at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. 

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

The contact for the MD/MPH program with The University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine is Dr. Ikla Rios.

Requirements

The MD/MPH dual degree program requires the successful completion of 45 credits total, including: 

• Core courses (18 credits)
• Shared credits from UPR School of Medicine (12 credits)
• Advanced public health coursework (9 credits)
• Integrative learning experience (3 credits)
• Practicum (3 credits)

When possible, the student's coursework at the two institutions is coordinated to provide a curriculum that integrates medical science and practice with public health sciences.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. Students will be required to provide proof that a graduation application has been submitted to the partner institution during the MPH graduation application process. Please contact your campus or program coordinator if you need more information on enrollment requirements and degree conferral.

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

For more information about academic requirements at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health, reference the academic catalog. 

Overview

Students interested in medicine and public health may study concurrently for a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from UTHealth Houston School of Public Health and a Medical Doctor (MD) degree from The University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School. The program supports students who are interested in addressing health issues both at an individual patient level, and at the community or population level. 

Most students who apply to both programs at the same time are able to complete their MD and MPH degrees in four years of full-time study, and are encouraged to start the MPH program the summer semester prior to beginning medical school. Students are able to enroll in the MPH program up to and during the fall semester of their second year of medical school. Concurrent enrollment occurs during year three of the student’s medical school curriculum.

Students pursuing a dual degree opportunity are entered into the Customized MPH program at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. 

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

The contacts for the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health MD/MPH program are Steven Kelder, PhD, Emily Hebert, DrPH, Marcel Washington, and Tosa Nixon.

Requirements

The MD/MPH dual degree program requires the successful completion of 45 credits total, including: 

• Core courses (18 credits)
• Shared Credits from Dell Medical School (12 credits)
• Advanced public health coursework (9 credits)
• Integrative learning experience (3 credits)
• Practicum (3 credits)

When possible, the student's coursework at the two institutions is coordinated to provide a curriculum that integrates medical science and practice with public health sciences.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. Students will be required to provide proof that a graduation application has been submitted to the partner institution during the MPH graduation application process. Please contact your campus or program coordinator if you need more information on enrollment requirements and degree conferral.

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

For more information about academic requirements at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health, reference the academic catalog. 

Overview

NOTE: Not accepting applications at this time

Students interested in medicine and public health may study concurrently for a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from UTHealth Houston School of Public Health and a Medical Doctor (MD) degree from The University of Texas at Rio Grande Valley School of Medicine. The program supports students who are interested in addressing health issues both at an individual patient level, and at the community or population level. 

Students pursuing a dual degree opportunity are entered into the Customized MPH program at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. 

The contact for the MD/MPH program with The University of Texas at Rio Grande Valley School of Medicine is Jeannette Broshears.

Requirements

NOTE: Not accepting applications at this time

The MD/MPH dual degree program requires the successful completion of 45 credits total, including: 

• Core courses (18 credits)
• Shared credits from UTRGV School of Medicine (12 credits)
• Advanced public health coursework (9 credits)
• Integrative learning experience (3 credits)
• Practicum (3 credits)

When possible, the student's coursework at the two institutions is coordinated to provide a curriculum that integrates medical science and practice with public health sciences.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. Students will be required to provide proof that a graduation application has been submitted to the partner institution during the MPH graduation application process. Please contact your campus or program coordinator if you need more information on enrollment requirements and degree conferral.

For more information about academic requirements at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health, reference the academic catalog. 

Overview

NOTE: Not accepting applications at this time

Students interested in medicine and public health may study concurrently for a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from UTHealth Houston School of Public Health and a Medical Doctor (MD) degree from the Long School of Medicine at UT Health Science Center at San Antonio. The program supports students who are interested in addressing health issues both at an individual patient level, and at the community or population level.

Most students who apply to both programs at the same time are able to complete their MD and MPH degrees in four to five years of full-time study.

Students pursuing a dual degree opportunity are entered into the Customized MPH program at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester.

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

The contact for the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health MD/MPH program is San Antonio regional campus dean Jack Tsai, PhD.

The contact for the UT Health San Antonio Long School of Medicine is Barbara Taylor, MD, MS.

Requirements

The MD/MPH dual degree program requires the successful completion of 45 credits total, including:

• Core courses (18 credits)
• Shared credits from UT Health San Antonio Long School of Medicine (12 credits)
• Advanced public health coursework (9 credits)
• Integrative learning experience (3 credits)
• Practicum (3 credits)

When possible, the student's coursework at the two institutions is coordinated to provide a curriculum that integrates medical science and practice with public health sciences.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. Students will be required to provide proof that a graduation application has been submitted to the partner institution during the MPH graduation application process. Please contact your campus or program coordinator if you need more information on enrollment requirements and degree conferral.

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

For more information about academic requirements at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health, reference the academic catalog. 

Overview

Note: Not accepting applications at this time

Students interested in medicine and public health may study concurrently for a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from UTHealth Houston School of Public Health and a Medical Doctor (MD) degree from UT Southwestern Medical School. The program supports students who are interested in addressing health issues both at an individual patient level, and at the community or population level.

Most students who apply to both programs at the same time are able to complete their MD and MPH degrees in four to five years of full-time study.

Students pursuing a dual degree opportunity are entered into the Customized MPH program at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. 

The contacts for the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health MD/MPH program are Kent Long, MEd, and Dallas campus regional dean, Dr. Bijal Balasubramanian.

Requirements

The MD/MPH dual degree program requires the successful completion of 45 credits total, including: 

• Core courses (18 credits)
• Shared Credits from UT Southwestern Medical School (12 credits)
• Advanced public health coursework (9 credits)
• Integrative learning experience (3 credits)
• Practicum (3 credits)

When possible, the student's coursework at the two institutions is coordinated to provide a curriculum that integrates medical science and practice with public health sciences.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. Students will be required to provide proof that a graduation application has been submitted to the partner institution during the MPH graduation application process. Please contact your campus or program coordinator if you need more information on enrollment requirements and degree conferral.

Note: Not accepting applications at this time

For more information about academic requirements at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health, reference the academic catalog. 

Overview

Students interested in international health policy and programs may study concurrently for a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from UTHealth Houston School of Public Health and a Master of Global Policy Studies (MGPS) from The Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs at The University of Texas at Austin. The MPH/MGPS dual degree program combines advanced studies of globalization with a focus on the issues, organizations, and skills needed to make meaningful contributions in the emerging field of international health. Students typically finish their concurrent degrees in three years of full-time study.

Students pursuing a dual degree are entered into the Customized MPH plan at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. 

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

The contacts for the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health MGPS/MPH program are Tosa Nixon and Marcel Washington.

The contacts for the LBJ School of Public Affairs are Laura Roach and Stuart Boone.

Requirements

The MGPS/MPH dual degree program requires the successful completion of 45 credits total, including: 

• Core courses (18 credits)
• Shared credits from UT Austin LBJ School of Public Affairs (Up to 12 credits)
• Advanced public health coursework (9 credits)
• Integrative learning experience (3 credits)
• Practicum (3 credits)

When possible and appropriate, the student's coursework at the two institutions is coordinated to provide a curriculum that integrates global policy study with public health sciences. 

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. Students will be required to provide proof that a graduation application has been submitted to the partner institution during the MPH graduation application process. Please contact your campus or program coordinator if you need more information on enrollment requirements and degree conferral.

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

For more information about academic requirements at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health, reference the academic catalog. 

Overview

Students interested in health law and policy may study concurrently for a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health and a Master of Jurisprudence (M.Jur) from St. Mary’s University School of Law. This program allows students to complete both degrees more efficiently and with fewer total credit hours than if each degree were pursued separately. 

Students pursuing a dual degree are entered into the Customized MPH plan at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester.

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

The contact for the MJur/MPH program is [email protected]

Requirements

The MJur/MPH dual degree program requires the successful completion of 45 credits total, including: 

• Core Courses (18 credits)
• Shared Credits from St. Mary’s School of Law (12 credits)
• Advanced public health coursework (9 credits)
• Integrative learning experience (3 credits)
• Practicum (3 credits)

When possible, the student's coursework at the two institutions is coordinated to provide a curriculum that integrates business administration with public health sciences.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. Students will be required to provide proof that a graduation application has been submitted to the partner institution during the MPH graduation application process. Please contact your campus or program coordinator if you need more information on enrollment requirements and degree conferral.

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

For more information about academic requirements at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health, reference the academic catalog. 

Overview

Students interested in intersection of civic, government and non-profit health work and programming may study concurrently for a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from UTHealth Houston School of Public Health and a Master of Public Affairs (MPAff) from The Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs at The University of Texas at Austin. The MPH/MPAff dual degree program combines advanced studies of government, nonprofit agencies, and policy with a focus on the issues, organizations, and skills needed to make meaningful contributions in the growing field of public health. Students typically finish their concurrent degrees in three years of full-time study.

Students pursuing a dual degree are entered into the Customized MPH plan at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. 

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

The contacts for the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health MGPS/MPH program are Tosa Nixon and Marcel Washington.

The contacts for the LBJ School of Public Affairs are Laura Roach and Stuart Boone.

Requirements

The MPAff/MPH dual degree program requires the successful completion of 45 credits total, including:

• Core courses (18 credits)
• Shared credits from UT Austin LBJ School of Public Affairs (Up to 12 credits)
• Advanced public health coursework (9 credits)
• Integrative learning experience (3 credits)
• Practicum (3 credits)

When possible and appropriate, the student's coursework at the two institutions is coordinated to provide a curriculum that integrates public affairs with public health sciences. 

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. Students will be required to provide proof that a graduation application has been submitted to the partner institution during the MPH graduation application process. Please contact your campus or program coordinator if you need more information on enrollment requirements and degree conferral.

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

For more information about academic requirements at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health, reference the academic catalog. 

Overview

Students interested in public health informatics may study concurrently for a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health in Houston and a Master of Science (MS) in Biomedical Informatics from UTHealth Houston McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics. This program allows students to complete both degrees more efficiently and with fewer total credit hours than if each degree were pursued separately.

Students pursuing a dual degree opportunity are entered into the Customized MPH program at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. 

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

The contact for the UTHealth School of Biomedical Informatics is Jeannette Broshears.

Online students have full access to school resources at all six locations throughout Texas.

Requirements

The MS/MPH dual degree program requires the successful completion of 45 credits total, including:

• MPH Core Courses (18 credits)
• Advanced public health coursework (9 credits)
• Practicum (3 credits)
• Integrative Learning Experience (3 credits)
• Electives (3 credits)
• Shared credits from UTHealth School of Biomedical Informatics (9 credits)

When possible and appropriate, the student's coursework at the two institutions is coordinated to provide a curriculum that integrates informatics and informatics solutions with public health sciences.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. Students will be required to provide proof that a graduation application has been submitted to the partner institution during the MPH graduation application process. Please contact your campus or program coordinator if you need more information on enrollment requirements and degree conferral.

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

For more information about academic requirements at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health, reference the academic catalog. 

Overview

Students interested in understanding and promoting the health and well-being of individuals and populations may study concurrently for a Master of Public Health (MPH) from UTHealth School of Public Health in Austin and a Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) from the University of Texas at Austin Steve Hicks School of Social Work. The integrated program is designed as a three-year course of study, and brings together the complex and mutually reinforcing health and social problems and with their assessment, prevention, and reduction in individuals and populations experienced by both public health and social work professionals.

Students pursuing a dual degree are entered into the Customized MPH plan at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. 

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

The contacts for the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health MSSW/MPH program are Andrew Springer, DrPH, Tosa Nixon and Marcel Washington.

The contact for the UT Austin School of Social Work is Dante Vargas.

Requirements

The MSSW/MPH dual degree program requires the successful completion of 45 credits total, including:

• Core courses (18 credits)
• Shared credits from UT Austin School of Social Work (Up to 12 credits)
• Advanced public health coursework (9 credits)
• Integrative learning experience (3 credits)
• Practicum (3 credits)

When possible and appropriate, the student's coursework at the two institutions is coordinated to provide a curriculum that integrates social work with public health sciences. 

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. Students will be required to provide proof that a graduation application has been submitted to the partner institution during the MPH graduation application process. Please contact your campus or program coordinator if you need more information on enrollment requirements and degree conferral.

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

For more information about academic requirements at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health, reference the academic catalog. 

Overview

*Note: This program will be available beginning Spring 2025

Students interested in understanding and promoting the health and well-being of individuals and populations may study concurrently for a Master of Public Health (MPH) from UTHealth School of Public Health and a  Master of Social Work (MSSW) from The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. The integrated program is designed as a 2–3 year course of study, and brings together the complex and mutually reinforcing health and social problems and with their assessment, prevention, and reduction in individuals and populations experienced by both public health and social work professionals.

Students pursuing a dual degree are entered into the Customized MPH plan at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. 

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

The contact for the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health MSSW/MPH partnership with UT-RGV is Jeanette Broshears [email protected] 

Requirements

The MSSW/MPH dual degree program requires the successful completion of 45 SPH credits total, including:

• Core courses (18 credits)
• Shared credits from UT-RGV School of Social Work (Up to 12 credits)
• Advanced public health coursework (9 credits)
• Integrative learning experience (3 credits)
• Practicum (3 credits)

When possible and appropriate, the student's coursework at the two institutions is coordinated to provide a curriculum that integrates social work with public health sciences. 

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. Students will be required to provide proof that a graduation application has been submitted to the partner institution during the MPH graduation application process. Please contact your campus or program coordinator if you need more information on enrollment requirements and degree conferral.

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

For more information about academic requirements at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health, reference the academic catalog. 

Overview

Students interested in understanding and promoting the health and well-being of individuals and populations may study concurrently for a Master of Public Health (MPH) from UTHealth Houston School of Public Health in Houston and a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work. The integrated program is designed as a three-year course of study, and brings together the complex and mutually reinforcing health and social problems and with their assessment, prevention, and reduction in individuals and populations experienced by both public health and social work professionals.

Students pursuing a dual degree opportunity are entered into the Customized MPH program at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. 

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

The contact for the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health MSW/MPH program is [email protected].

The contact for the University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work is Amber Mollhagen, PhD, LMSW. 

Requirements

The MSW/MPH dual degree program requires the successful completion of 45 credits total, including:

• Core courses (18 credits)
• Shared Credits from the University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work (Up to 12 credits)
• Advanced public health coursework (9 credits)
• Integrative learning experience (3 credits)
• Practicum (3 credits)

When possible and appropriate, the student's coursework at the two institutions is coordinated to provide a curriculum that integrates social work with public health sciences. 

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. Students will be required to provide proof that a graduation application has been submitted to the partner institution during the MPH graduation application process. Please contact your campus or program coordinator if you need more information on enrollment requirements and degree conferral.

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

For more information about academic requirements at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health, reference the academic catalog. 

Overview

Students interested in pharmacy and public health may study concurrently for a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from UTHealth Houston School of Public Health and a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from UT-Austin College of Pharmacy. This program prepares students for public health-related pharmacy positions while increasing their ability to serve their patients and community.

Students pursuing a dual degree are entered into the Customized MPH plan at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. 

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH planner.

The contacts for the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health PharmD/MPH program are Tosa Nixon and Marcel Washington.

The contact for the UT-Austin College of Pharmacy is Dean W. Renee Acosta, MS, RPh and Patricia Gutierrez.

Requirements

The PharmD/MPH dual degree program requires the successful completion of 45 credits total, including:

• Core courses (18 credits)
• Shared credits from UT-Austin College of Pharmacy (12 credits)
• Advanced public health coursework (9 credits)
• Integrative learning experience (3 credits)
• Practicum (3 credits)

When possible, the student's coursework at the two institutions is coordinated to provide a curriculum that integrates pharmaceutical science with public health sciences.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. Students will be required to provide proof that a graduation application has been submitted to the partner institution during the MPH graduation application process. Please contact your campus or program coordinator if you need more information on enrollment requirements and degree conferral.

See the 2024-2025 Customized MPH degree planner.

For more information about academic requirements at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health, reference the academic catalog. 

Overview

Students interested in public health informatics may study concurrently for a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health in Houston and a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from UTHealth Houston McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics. This program allows students to complete both degrees more efficiently and with fewer total credit hours than if each degree were pursued separately.

Students pursuing a dual degree opportunity are entered into the Customized MPH program at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. 

See the 2023-2024 Customized MPH degree planner.

The contact for the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health PhD/MPH program is Ross Shegog, PhD. 

The contact for the UTHealth School of Biomedical Informatics is Jeannette Broshears.

All doctoral students have access to expertise, faculty, and research across all locations.

Requirements

The PhD/MPH dual degree program requires the successful completion of 45 credits total, including:

• Core courses (18 credits)
• Shared credits from UTHealth School of Biomedical Informatics (Up to 12 credits)
• Advanced public health coursework (9 credits)
• Integrative learning experience (3 credits)
• Practicum (3 credits)

When possible and appropriate, the student's coursework at the two institutions is coordinated to provide a curriculum that integrates informatics and informatics solutions with public health sciences.

Dual degree students must complete all partner program degree requirements and apply for graduation from the partner institution to be eligible for MPH degree conferral. In most cases, degree conferral for both programs must occur in the same semester. Students will be required to provide proof that a graduation application has been submitted to the partner institution during the MPH graduation application process. Please contact your campus or program coordinator if you need more information on enrollment requirements and degree conferral.

See the 2023-2024 Customized MPH degree planner.

For more information about academic requirements at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health, reference the academic catalog.