The program is offered at IIHMR University, Jaipur Campus. IIHMR Jaipur faculty teach on-campus courses along with BSPH faculty from Johns Hopkins University, USA delivering online modules. Students also get the opportunity to attend select in-person modules from BSPH faculty when they participate in the Summer Institute at JHU as part of this program.

The degree awarded is the Master of Public Health (MPH).

A total of 30 seats is available for the 2026–2028 cohort.

The coursework, Capstone Project, and Practicum cumulatively total eighty-two (82) credits.

The program for the current academic session will begin in October 2026 at IIHMR University, Jaipur.

The curriculum includes:

• The program is an 82-credit curriculum delivered through 35+ courses, combining foundational knowledge of core courses interspersed with leadership training, hands-on practice, and global exposure.
• Foundations (Core Courses): Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Health Systems, Public Health Biology, Environmental Health, and Social & Behavioural Sciences.
• Leadership & Management: Modules in Leadership, Negotiation, and Strategic Management to build practice-oriented decision and team skills.
• Applied Learning: A Capstone Project and an intensive field Practicum that synthesize classroom learning with real-world public-health problem-solving.
• Global Exposure: Summer Institute coursework at Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore.

Note: Course titles and sequencing follow the approved academic plan; minor updates may occur to reflect current public-health priorities.

Applicants need to have completed prior college-level mathematics course, prior college-level biology course, and at least one more health-related course.

Yes, the work experience requirement is waived for both M.B.B.S. and Ph.D. graduates.

The program follows a dynamic hybrid delivery format, combining in-person, online, and field-based learning experiences:

• On-campus instruction occurs at IIHMR University, Jaipur, where students participate in face-to-face courses taught by faculty through lectures, interactive groupwork, quizzes, and seminars.
• Faculty from Johns Hopkins University engage with students online through live interactive sessions, asynchronous content and group discussions.
• A Summer Institute at Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore provides a short, intensive, in-person experience for global exposure and advanced skills.

This program combines a dual-institution pedigree with an applied, hybrid design that takes you from core methods to real-world impact—and connects you to one of the world’s strongest public-health networks.

This degree represents the confluence of Johns Hopkins excellence in public-health education and IIHMR University's pioneering expertise in health and hospital management and research across the South Asia region, which make this MPH program unique. Other key features include:

• Hybrid, experiential design: A rigorous 82-credit plan across 35+ courses, blending on-campus learning at IIHMR with BSPH-led online modules, case work, labs, simulations, and team projects to build real-world competence.
• Hopkins Summer Institute (included): In-person coursework at JHU, Baltimore is built into the program and covered within the program fee, adding global exposure and advanced skill-building.
• Field immersion & capstone: A supervised Field Practicum with partner organizations plus a Capstone Project—both faculty-mentored—ensure direct application of methods, management, and implementation science.
• Leadership readiness: Structured training in leadership, negotiation, and strategic management prepares graduates for roles as public-health practitioners and change leaders.
• Career-advancing networks: Access to IIHMR’s nationwide health-systems ecosystem and the Johns Hopkins alumni community (among the world’s largest in public health) opens pathways to opportunities at national and global levels.

A mandatory project where students integrate and apply their acquired competencies to address a real-world public health issue. The project culminates in a presentation to be given before a faculty panel.

A mentored field-based experience that enables students to apply classroom learning in real public health settings, aligning with their career goals. 1 credit equals 5 hours per week in a practice setting or a total of 40 hours. The 4-credit practicum requirement thus totals 160 hours devoted to the practicum.

No. This MPH program is a full-time, two-year (82-credit) on-campus program with a mix of in-person, online, and field-based components.

The admission process involves three stages:

1. Pre-Screening (IIHMRU): Fill and submit the pre-screening questionnaire at https://applications.iihmr.edu.in/mph-application-form along with an updated CV/resume on or before May 31, 2026. Upon submission, candidates receive a confirmation email from IIHMR University.

2. Pre-Approval & SOPHAS Application (BSPH): Pre-approved candidates will receive communication from IIHMR University, followed by an email from Johns Hopkins BSPH inviting them to submit their online MPH application through SOPHAS at https://sophas.liaisoncas.com/applicant-ux/#/login. The fully submitted application and application fee (USD 150) are due by July 01, 2026. Additional pending documents may be submitted by July 15, 2026.

3. Final Selection: Completed SOPHAS applications undergo joint evaluation by IIHMRU and BSPH faculty. Selected students receive admission offer letters via email from Johns Hopkins BSPH.

Applicants from South-East Asia and SAARC countries, including India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Maldives, Myanmar, Thailand, Timor-Leste, and Afghanistan.

Visit https://applications.iihmr.edu.in/mph-application-form, fill out the questionnaire, and upload your latest CV/resume.

SOPHAS (Schools of Public Health Application Service) is the centralized online application portal used by Johns Hopkins BSPH and many other U.S. schools of public health.

If found eligible during pre-screening, candidates are invited to apply via SOPHAS. The application fee is US $150. IIHMR University reimburses the fee for candidates who get admitted.

You will submit through SOPHAS:

• Your application form, personal statement, and letters of recommendation.
• Official transcripts via approved credential evaluation services (WES/ECE).

SOPHAS typically requires four to eight weeks to verify the complete application and supporting documents.

Applicants must complete their application in two stages:

• Stage 1: Fill the IIHMRU Pre-Screening Form.
• Stage 2: Register, fill, and submit the SOPHAS application by July 1, 2026. Pending documents may be submitted until July 15, 2026.

The official admission offer is sent via email from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health (BSPH).

Important Dates:

• Pre-Screening Deadline: May 31, 2026
• SOPHAS Application Deadline: July 1, 2026
• Document Upload Deadline: July 15, 2026
• Final Admission Deadline: September 30, 2026
• Program Commencement: October 2026

All refunds follow UGC and IIHMR University policies. For latest updates, visit: www.iihmr.edu.in

Yes. International transcripts must be evaluated to align with U.S. academic equivalency standards. Follow SOPHAS and JHU guidelines for accepted evaluation agencies (e.g., WES, ECE).

You may visit the program requirements page here: https://mph.iihmr.edu.in/

• Updated CV/Resume
• Statement of Purpose (max. 2 pages)
• Three Letters of Recommendation
• Course-by-course credential evaluation (by WES/ECE)
• English proficiency test scores
• Optional: GRE/GMAT (if coursework includes Mathematics/Statistics, not required for MBBS students)

Credentialing evaluates transcripts through a U.S.-based agency to confirm authenticity and U.S. equivalence. Credentialing is a mandatory requirement for completing the admission process.

Official transcripts must be sealed, signed, and stamped by the issuing institution. Unsealed or emailed copies are not accepted by JHU.

World Education Services (WES) and Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) are the only agencies approved by BSPH. You may visit their respective websites to know more: WES: www.wes.org/educators/icap.asp ECE: www.ece.org

LORs must be submitted online on the SOPHAS platform by supervisors or faculty who know the applicant’s work. Personal references are not accepted. Please mention the email ID of the supervisors who will submit your LOR.

The admissions committee prefers at least one academic and two professional recommendations. Choose recommenders who know you well and can speak concretely about your work, research, or professional achievements.

Meet with each recommender in person or virtually. Provide each recommender with a tailored summary (2 pages) of your experience, accomplishments, and the points you’d like them to emphasize so their letters align with your application and statement of purpose.

A two-page personal statement or Statement of Purpose (SOP) is required to be uploaded with the application. SOP should contain strength, leadership ability, teamwork, voluntary services, achievements, and the purpose for choosing Public Health for adding weightage to your application. Some DOs and Don’ts for SoP are listed below:

DOs:

• Explain your understanding of public health and why you’re passionate about it.
• Highlight specific projects, research, or work experience relevant to public health.
• Describe your quantitative/analytic skills (if applicable).
• State your purpose for pursuing the MPH and your career/impact goals.
• Briefly address any academic gaps or challenges and how you’ve grown from them.

DON’Ts:

• Avoid listing achievements without context.
• Avoid simply repeating your resume or transcripts.

SOPHAS allows up to 1500 words for the Statement of Purpose and Objectives, but the MPH Admissions Committee prefers roughly 1–2 pages. Please include your name at the top of each page.

Generally, yes, but it is waived for MBBS and optional for Master’s degree holders with demonstrated quantitative proficiency.

Yes, unless the applicant holds an MBBS degree from India, or the previous degree was entirely taught in English (as mentioned in the transcript by the university from which you did it).

TOEFL iBT, IELTS, PTE Academic, or Duolingo are accepted. The scores must be less than two years old and must reach SOPHAS by the application deadline.

Official English language proficiency test scores (TOEFL/IELTS/PTE/Duolingo) must be less than two years old.

Official GRE Scores should be sent to BSPH using the SOPHAS code 3738 (SOPHAS Code for BSPH).

Official GMAT Scores should be sent using the School Code KGB-3r-06.

No. BSPH is no longer in favor of unofficial transcripts, and applications can only be reviewed on official documentation uploaded by SOPHAS.

The approximate total fee for the MPH 2026–2028 program is USD 22,000 (indicative), payable in installments to both IIHMR University and BSPH.

Yes, there are some scholarships as well as reimbursement / waivers available for candidates selected for admission to the program. It is also worth emphasizing that the program is offered at one third the fee payable for MPH at JHU, USA.

Additionally, the program offers the following scholarships and waivers:

• Admission cum Academic Excellence Scholarships.
• MBBS Graduates: Scholarship worth USD 1,200 is awarded to all MBBS graduates having 55% or above aggregate marks in the overall MBBS curriculum.
• Non-MBBS Graduates: 5 awards of USD 1,200 each will be awarded to eligible candidates with non-MBBS background. To be eligible, they must have secured 60% or more aggregate marks in their primary bachelor’s degree and have demonstrable public health experience. The candidates will be selected on merit basis.
• Reimbursement for Early Birds: All students who have submitted their SOPHAS application by 01 Jun 2026 and are admitted will be considered for the SOPHAS Fee waiver (USD 150) & Credentialing Fee Reimbursement (USD 240–320) from IIHMR University.
• Travel Scholarship: All students admitted to the program will be provided with a travel scholarship to attend the Summer Institute at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, USA. This includes international and local travel expenses for Jaipur–Baltimore–Jaipur trip and lodging arrangements in the USA during the coursework.

The Master of Public Health degree is highly valued for its interdisciplinary skill set. Graduates gain diverse and attractive job prospects with government agencies, UN organizations, NGOs, consulting firms, and international public health programs worldwide.

IIHMR University offers faculty mentorship and placement guidance to support professional advancement in the field of public health.

Alumni are employed globally with organizations such as WHO, UNICEF, USAID, leading hospitals, NGOs, and government programs across India, the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Southeast Asia.

Graduates become part of the Johns Hopkins Alumni network, which has over 28,000 members worldwide, providing exclusive access to global public health opportunities and interaction with leaders in public health research and implementation.

Graduates also join the IIHMR University alumni network with over 5,000 professionals globally working in public health, health, and hospital management.

Students receive support from both IIHMR University and Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health (BSPH) throughout the two-year program. This includes year-round academic mentoring, faculty advisors for Capstone and Practicum projects, and access to contemporary, non-credit courses on emerging public health issues.

IIHMR University provides:

• Continuous academic mentoring and guidance.
• Dedicated advisors for Capstone and Practicum work.
• Access to alumni guidance and field visits for practical exposure.
• Non-credit modules on contemporary topics and publication opportunities.
• 24×7 access to the university library and e-resources.
• Master classes and workshops for professional growth.
• Ongoing support for career planning and advancement.

BSPH provides:

• Access to JHU’s digital learning ecosystem, including the Bloomberg online library and academic databases.
• Academic advising and one-on-one mentoring from JHU faculty.
• Participation in the Summer Institute courses held at Johns Hopkins University campus, Baltimore.
• Career services, networking opportunities, and alumni engagement.
• Technical support and resources for all online courses offered by BSPH.
• Continued access to the global JHU alumni network and learning resources post-graduation.

Both universities collaborate closely to offer a seamless hybrid learning environment. Students receive academic supervision, career mentoring, and access to institutional resources from both campuses, ensuring a globally benchmarked public health learning experience.

Graduates are pursuing careers in diverse domains including planning, public health policy implementation, monitoring and evaluation. Alumni are gainfully employed in international public health organizations (WHO, UNICEF, UNFPA, MSF etc.), research organizations, Knowledge Process Outsourcing Firms, NGOs, hospital systems, Central and State health departments of government, and academia across the globe. Contact Information:

• Office of MPH Admissions, IIHMR University, Jaipur – 302029, Rajasthan, India
• +91-9001919777 | 01413924700
• www.mph.iihmr.edu.in
• mphadmissions@iihmr.edu.in
• Office of MPH Admission JHU: bsph.admissions@jhu.edu