Future students
At Ohio State, you’ll find countless opportunities to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives as you gain expertise in protecting and promoting health and well-being. Explore how our programs deliver the knowledge and skills you need to build the public health solutions our communities need now.
- No. 1 Public health college in Ohio
- 700+ Students pursuing public health degrees
- 45+ Ways to study public health at Ohio State
Where support meets purpose: Building your public health career
From our welcoming, close-knit community and hands-on career guidance to our focus on the broad range of influences that shape well-being, we prepare you to advance public health and health equity in a multitude of careers.
Student stories
MPH-PEP/MS in Pediatric Dentistry
Julia Jagannath inspired by public health’s ‘limitless’ potential to drive change
Combined BSPH/MPH
Danica Nelson aims to understand, prevent injuries
PhD, Health Services Management and Policy
Paramedic career inspires Jacob Kamholz's health policy mission
Why Ohio State? Why Columbus?
Discover more about Ohio’s state capital and what makes it, and Ohio State, an ideal place to study and practice public health and health administration.
Visit campus
See Ohio State in person and experience everything the college and university offers to elevate your public health education.
Explore more about the College of Public Health
Find out how public health can help you excel in your academic and career goals.
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Divisions and centers
Learn about the core areas of public health and the advanced training our expert faculty provide.
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Student organizations
Make connections, gain deeper understanding about public health issues, develop leadership skills and engage in community service.
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Student outcomes
See what our graduates are doing in their public health careers.