MD/MPH Dual Degree with Saint James School of Medicine

Why study Medicine and Public Health?

In partnership with UNMC, Saint James School of Medicine offers their medical students the opportunity to earn a MD and Master of Public Health dual degree.

This offering addresses the need for future health care practitioners to possess knowledge of population and public health. In community settings, particularly small towns and urban neighborhoods, it is essential for health practitioners to understand community residents' public health needs. These may include racial, ethnic, economic, and social disparities in the population, understanding social networks and local environmental conditions.

Students in the MD/MPH program will gain advanced skills, preparing them to better respond to future pandemics and other infectious diseases.

Why study Medicine and Public Health at UNMC?

A partnership between the UNMC College of Public Health and the MD program at Saint James School of Medicine allows students to pursue a Certificate in Public Health and Master of Public Health. Students are able to earn both a MD and MPH within four years. Career options for MD/MPH graduates are wide-ranging.

At UNMC, you'll experience small class sizes and numerous opportunities to get involved. The curriculum is comprehensive and developed by public health experts. Additionally, you can complete the MPH portion of the dual degree entirely online.

Application information

MD students who want to apply for our Certificate in Public Health must be approved by the academic deans for their respective MD program. MD students must apply for the certificate program in the first year of their MD enrollment and will complete the certificate during the first two years of the MD program to continue toward the MPH and graduate with a MD and MPH concurrently.

To apply to the MPH degree program, MD students must complete the certificate program and submit their application in their second year of medical school by the application deadline.

UNMC College of Public Health Admissions

Saint James School of Medicine Admissions

Careers & Outcomes

Due to their interdisciplinary and diverse skills, MD/MPH graduates will be equipped to work in various public health capacities, commercial or industrial employment, clinics, hospitals or universities. More than 90% of UNMC's MPH students find career positions within 12 months of graduation.