Sacred Heart University is a private, Catholic university located in Fairfield, Connecticut. The Master of Public Health program is housed in the College of Health Professions, which seeks to foster the development of students who demonstrate intellectual and professional integrity, who value compassionate service to others, and who take leading roles in the communities in which they serve. Graduates develop the skills necessary for ethical responses to the new and ever-changing future filled with discoveries, technological advancements, and social change.
The Master of Public Health program prepares students to protect and improve the health of individuals and communities. Grounded in a philosophy of social justice, the program provides students with the opportunity to work with community partners to enhance the health of the local community. Coursework is built on a community health focused curriculum. Through close mentorship, guidance, and hands-on learning opportunities students will learn from nationally-recognized faculty with strong ties to local, state and national public health organizations and agencies. Students will graduate with the skills and knowledge they need to change lives and impact health on a broad scale!