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Master of Public Health

Master of Public Health

Wingate’s Master of Public Health Program (MPH) prepares you to excel as a public health professional and leader in the field, so that you can make a difference in your community and beyond. Coursework is designed with a focus on flexibility. Our online format includes a mix of self-directed and live classes with self-driven modules. Through an applied practice and integrated learning experience, you’ll have the opportunity to interact with professionals in the field. You’ll learn firsthand how to apply the knowledge of public health principles gleaned from your first-year coursework. You’ll also have opportunities to interact with experienced faculty and community partners. The MPH program offers two entry terms (Fall and Spring)

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Distinguished faculty from a variety of disciplines and industries means that you get personalized attention and market specific expertise.

Don't think you have time for your MPH degree? Wingate's program is completely online and offers flexible coursework and scheduling.

MBA coursework is integrated into the Public Health program to ensure students are prepared to tackle both the human and business aspects of public health.

The MPH program is 42 credit-hours offered fully online, with a focus on health education and promotion. You'll be able to complete the degree in as little as two years. Applied and integrative learning experiences are a key part of the curriculum. You’ll engage with Wingate University community partners including health departments, public schools, non-profit organizations, healthcare institutions and more. Inter-professional experiences will help prepare you to work in settings and sectors such as child welfare, education, healthcare and law enforcement. You will also be eligible to sit for the Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) exam upon successful graduation.

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    Vision

    Attain optimal health and well-being, inclusive of all populations locally and globally.

    Mission

    To cultivate skilled and ethical public health professionals committed to achieving health equity and improving health outcomes for ALL populations through collaboration, research, and community-engagement.

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    Program Goals

    Goals that describe the strategies to accomplish the mission include:

    Knowledge
    Prepare current and future public health practitioners and leaders to address health equity across all populations, locally and globally, using a student-centered approach.
    Service
    Promote a collaborative environment for students and faculty to engage in service and experiential learning by developing partnerships at the local, state, national and international levels. 
    Scholarship
    Promote student and faculty research among vulnerable or marginalized populations to advance knowledge and best practices for achieving health equity. 

    Values

    • Collaboration & Teamwork
    • Student-Centered
    • Diversity & Inclusion
    • Integrity & Ethical Practice
    • Innovation & Academic Excellence
    • Professionalism
    • Empathy

    In the News

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    Wingate to offer $10,000 Graduate Advantage Scholarship

    Recipients of the Graduate Advantage Scholarship, valued at up to $10,000, will be able to apply it to one of Wingate’s master’s or doctoral programs as soon as they complete their undergrad requirements at Wingate and are admitted to a graduate program.

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    Public Health Club

    Wingate's Public Health Club is a student organization consisting of various BSPH and MPH students. The clubs main goals are to to unite students' passion about public health, foster a space for learning, collaboration, and advocacy to drive positive health impacts in the Wingate University Campus and surrounding community.  In doing so, students in the club arrange health related community services opportunities and host public health speaker and health awareness events. If your looking to get involved or to learn more please follow the club on Instagram @wupublichealth.

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    What does difference-making look like in public health?

    One of the fastest-growing careers, public health has become a highly sought degree and specialty. Ranging from data analysis and application to on-the-ground education in communities, a master's degree in public health equips you with the skills and vision to impact communities locally and globally. Start or enhance your career in:

    • Health educator
    • Public health analyst
    • Public health advisor
    • Health program coordinator
    • Program evaluator
    • Research scientist
    • Social service
    • manager
    • Policy analyst
    • Data analyst
    • Health service directors

    The Wingate University Department of Public Health is an applicant for accreditation by the Council on Education for Public Health. The accreditation review will address the Master of Public Health Program. Other degrees and areas of study offered by this institution will not be included in the unit of accreditation review.

    The Wingate University Master of Public Health Program is currently an applicant for the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) accreditation. An on-site accreditation visit at Wingate University will take place on January 15 and 16, 2026. As part of this process, written third-party comments will be accepted by CEPH until 30 days before the on-site visit. Any comments should be sent to submissions@ceph.org by December 16, 2025.


    Questions?


    Dr. Shanta R. Dube, PhD, MPH
    Director of Master of Public Health Program
    s.dube@wingate.edu