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Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) Program in Public Health Leadership Frequently Asked Questions
For whom is the Doctoral Program in Health Leadership program designed?
The program is designed for working healthcare professionals in the U.S. or abroad with the potential and ambition to become senior leaders and who are committed to improving the public's health. See the biosketches of the Class of:
 DrPH class of 2012
How many students are accepted each year?
We accept up to 12 students per year. We receive more than 130 applications each year and regret that we cannot admit all qualified applicants.
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Must I have a degree in public health to apply?
No. A degree in public health is not required.
Must I have some experience in healthcare to apply?
Yes. You must have at least several years of experience in the health field, in a substantial management or leadership position.
Where are the classes taught?
All of the classes are taught via distance learning one evening a week.
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Are any visits to Chapel Hill required?
Yes. Students visit in August, January and May for 3-4 days each.
What kind of Internet connection must I have in order to participate?
You must have a high-speed DSL or cable connection. Dial-up connections do not work with our technology.
Is a dissertation required in the DrPH program?
Yes. Students begin planning their dissertation in the first year of their studies and spend most of the third year completing it. See titles of some of the dissertations completed in this program:
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Identity And Impact: Exploring The Policy Future Of The
Global Health Council In A Changing Global Health Policy Environment
- Effects Of Acculturation On Somali Women's Birth Outcomes: Implications For
Healthcare Policy
- Strengthening the Prevention Support System in CDC's Rape Prevention and
Education (RPE) program
- Enabling Legislation For Physician Assistants In Puerto Rico: A Sociocultural Policy Analysis
- The Postpartum Visit: An Overlooked Opportunity for Prevention
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How Changes At The Local Health Department Level Are Associated With
Improvements In Health Outcomes At The State Level
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Addressing Health Disparities: Is There A Role For
Private Payers In Reducing The Incidence Of Type 2 Diabetes Among U.S.
Hispanics?
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It's been 10 years since I last took the GRE or GMAT. Is that okay?
No. Your GRE or GMAT scores must have been recorded within the past five years.
Don't see an answer to your question? Contact:
Lynnette Jones
HPM Student Services Manager/Registrar
919-966-7391
ljones3@email.unc.edu
Mailing Address
Department of Health Policy and Management
School of Public Health
CB# 7411, 120 Rosenau Hall
University of North Carolina
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-7411
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