Graduate Program in Public Health The Master of Science degree with a specialization in Industrial Hygiene
has been accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology-Related Accreditation
Commission.
ERHS 693 B Seminar Schedule
Environmental Health is a broad field comprised of several aspects of human health,
including quality of life, that are determined by physical, chemical, biological, social, and
psychosocial factors in the environment. Common environmental hazards
include dusts, gases and vapors, bio-aerosols, pathogens, noise,
and ionizing and non-ionizing radiation.
Ergonomic stresses and
safety hazards are also important causes of workplace morbidity
and mortality. The goal of our graduate program is to educate individuals
to anticipate, recognize, evaluate, control, and manage such workplace health risks.
The department strives to tailor a graduate program to meet the individual needs and interests of
the student.
Programs Available in the area of Environmental Health
We offer master and doctoral programs in Environmental Health with specializations in
Epidemiology, Ergonomics,
Industrial Hygiene, or Toxicology.
Department Admission - Minimum Requirements
1. A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
2. An overall grade point average of 3.0 or higher in all prior college-level work, evidenced by
2 copies of formal transcripts from each college attended
3. GRE scores in the general examination (verbal, quantitative, and analytical writing) within 10 years
4. Three letters of recommendation
5. Statement of academic interest and career plans
6. TOEFL scores (minimum 213-Computer; 550-Paper) & proof of support (international students only)
OEH Section Additional Requirements for Admission
Admission to the OEHS is based upon many factors including, but not limited to: academic strengths,
undergraduate preparation, work experience, research experience, and extracurricular activities.
Applications are most commonly accepted from individuals with an earned baccalaureate degree in
engineering, biological, physical, behavioral, or health sciences.
Admitted students usually have
coursework in college-level mathematics, biology, chemistry, and physics. Any additional coursework
in anatomy, physiology, advanced chemistry (bio, physical, organic, inorganic, etc.), statistics,
research methods, and advanced mathematics is also favorable.
Each candidate is evaluated on their
individual merits and qualities. Particular emphasis is placed on each candidate’s written
statement. This personal statement should be a clear and concise portrayal of the candidate’s
academic and professional background, their motivation to attend graduate school, their research
interests and career goals, as well as any relevant strengths and distinguishing characteristics
worthy of note.
Exceptions may be granted to applicants who demonstrate particular
professional promise. Such exceptions may be admitted with an individually documented plan of
study to compensate for any deficiencies.
Typical programs take two years to complete and require 30 semester credit-hours + thesis (plan A).
Qualified students may receive financial support through grants from the Graduate School, traineeships from the NIOSH ERC, various scholarships,
and/or research assistantships from faculty research grants.
Application Deadlines
Applications may be submitted at any time for admission to a graduate degree (MS, Ph.D.) program;
thus the admissions cycle is a rolling admissions process. Applications will be considered for the
specified term of admission so long as the specified term is within 12 months of the date that the
application is submitted.
There are typically two admission points within a calendar year (beginning in the spring semester or
in the fall semester), and the OEH Section will admit students up to the capacity determined by the
faculty members based on student funding, available mentors in the student's disciplinary area
and other factors determined by the faculty members to support a quality graduate education program.
Mailing Address
Environmental & Radiological Health Sciences
