The Respiratory Therapy Program (BSRT) /Public Health (MPH) program is designed for undergraduate Respiratory Therapy students with an interest in pursuing an MPH degree. The curriculum allows students to earn BS and MPH degrees with potentially 10 fewer credits than if completing the degree programs separately.
The degrees are independent; each is awarded when completed, with specified courses accepted for the MPH degree after the BS degree is awarded.
The Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy (BSRT) is offered in a traditional online format and the MPH program can be completed completely online using traditional online and Hyperflex technology. Some MPH courses may also be elected in a face-to-face format or a mixed-mode format in the evenings. Classes for both programs can be taken as part of a part-time or full-time schedule.
Admission
Students in the Health Care Administration (BS) program who are interested in the BS/MPH program should apply during their junior year and must have:
● Statement of Purpose in a typewritten document of 500 words or less that includes
o What is your concentration of interest (health education or health administration) and
how would completion of the MPH program allow you to live your purpose?
o Describe how your coursework, work/volunteer, and life experiences have prepared
you to be successful in the MPH program. In your answer please also include
experiences that have helped you better understand, address, and/or advocate for
diversity, inclusion, and equity issues.
o Describe your experiences with facing and overcoming adversity.
o Describe how your characteristics and goals are congruent with the Program’s
mission and values (see below)
o Describe how your personal or academic background and experiences will bring a
unique perspective to the program and positively contribute to the Public Health
community.
o Any special circumstances applicable to your application
● 60 credits of undergraduate coursework completed
● A minimum overall GPA of 3.0
● A minimum GPA of 3.3 in the Health Care Administration undergraduate major
● A grade of B (3.0) or higher in MTH 090 or a higher-level mathematics course
● Two letters of recommendation from faculty members in Health Care Administration
Time Limit for Degree Completion
Coursework must be completed within six (6) years of the date of first admission to the program. Students may request or petition for an extension of this time limit. Approval of a time extension will be at the discretion of the program director, program faculty, and the Dean of Graduate Programs.
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