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Undergraduate programs

As an undergraduate you can specialize in environmental public health or public health sociology as you prepare for a career making meaningful change in the lives of others.
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Graduate programs

Explore our graduate and professional programs and discover how they can help you harness your passion, reach your potential and find novel solutions to help all people thrive.
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Dual and combined degrees

Earn two degrees in less time. Complement your public health interests with an education in six other health sciences or one of Ohio State’s many stellar graduate and professional programs.
 
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Divisions and Centers

Each division represents one of the core areas of public health and offers advanced training leading to master’s and doctoral degrees. Our centers provide expertise to advance education and research, reaching beyond the university to help communities thrive.

Public Health news

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Researchers: Targeted efforts needed to stem fentanyl crisis

Study details high death tolls, economic loss in some states
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How to treat opioid use disorder in health systems

Study details successful Ohio State effort
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