Doctor of Science in Public Health

University of Massachusetts - Lowell

To be eligible for admission to a doctoral program, an applicant will need to demonstrate adequate preparation by providing the following:

• A masters degree in public health, epidemiology, quantitative sciences, or a related field.
• Exceptional academic record, supported by undergraduate and graduate transcripts (generally considered to be a minimum GPA of at least 3.300 and 3.5 in quantitative sciences)
• High GRE scores (generally a minimum combined score of 290).
• A recent resume that indicates readiness to begin a doctoral degree program
• A minimum of three letters of reference attesting to the ability to succeed in a doctoral program including capacity for conducting advanced research; creative talent; communication in English; promise of a successful career; and potential to work as a research assistant.
• A 1-3 page written statement of purpose.
  • This statement must address the motivation for pursuing a doctoral program, long term career goals, relevant work history that provides evidence of skills in scientific research and direct teaching or research experience.
  • The statement of purpose must provide an explanation of your research interests that you intend to pursue in your doctoral degree and what additional scientific contribution you hope to make to this field.
  • The statement of purpose must include a list of 1-5 Tenure Track faculty members in the Zuckerberg College of Health Sciences who you would like to have as an advisor and doctoral dissertation committee chair. Tenure Track faculty members can be identified through the titles of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor. Those individuals with the titles of Clinical, Research, Teaching, or Emerita/us faculty with proper credentials may serve on a doctoral committee, but they are not eligible to serve as the chair of a doctoral committee.
• Discussions and visits with potential faculty advisors are encouraged and an interview may be required.

International Applicants

International transcripts must indicate completion of a four-year bachelors degree (equivalent of an American bachelor's degree) before an application will be processed. The Office of Graduate Admissions reserves the right to have any application credentials evaluated. Baccalaureate verification may be obtained for a fee from:

• Center for Educational Documentation (CED)
• Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE)
• World Education Services (WES)