Ph.D. in Public Health Online Degree Information

	Ph.D. in Public Health
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Degree Title:	Ph.D. in Public Health
College:	Walden University
Description:	The Ph.D. in Public Health program focuses on seeking solutions to significant public health problems and applying and integrating new knowledge into public health research and practice settings. The curriculum is focused on community health, including medical, social, political, ethical and economic factors that contribute to an overall well-being of a public health system and to the community it serves. The program emphasizes the development and demonstration of strong research skills--skills that will help students pursue professional careers in academia or service to public and private governmental and non-governmental organizations.

Accreditation:	North Central Association (NCA) (?)
Delivery Format:	Online (?)
Educational Level:	Doctorate (?)
Language:	English
Requirements:	Students must have a master's degree from an accredited institution.

Facts & Figures

Institutional Accrediting Agency: (?)
North Central Association of Schools and Colleges

Address:
650 South Exeter Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
US

Institution Type: (?)
Private, for-profit, Higher Education

Calendar Type:
Walden offers frequent start dates. Check with an Enrollment Advisor for details.

Credit-earning Options:
Transfer of credit varies by applicant.

Delivery Format: (?)
Online course structure with residency requirements for Ph.D. programs.

Carnegie Classification: (?)
Doctoral/Research University—Intensive

Technical Requirements:
Applicants to master's programs should possess minimum online and Internet capability, and KAM-based students should have a working knowledge and understanding of computers, but computer literacy is not essential.

Geographic Restrictions:
Walden best serves the needs of those students living within the United States or Canada.

On-Campus Requirement:
Doctoral programs require 20 units of academic residency, and some master's programs have specific courses and specializations with residency requirements.

Loans Offered:
Walden offers Federal Financial Aid and Student loans. A full-service financial aid office offers assistance to students who need help funding their educational expenses.