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 80+ 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 :

• a prior college-level mathematics course,
• one introductory general biology course, and
• one health-related science course (e.g., Microbiology, Nutrition, or Anatomy and Physiology) OR a second college-level biology course.

Yes, the work experience requirement is waived for both M.B.B.S. and Ph.D. graduates. Applicants in the process of gaining experience can also apply before they have reached the two-year mark, as long as the requirement is fulfilled by the program start date.

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 cooperative MPH program offers an exclusive and distinguished pathway for participants to earn a Master of Public Health (MPH) from Johns Hopkins University. Other key features of the program which make it stand out include:

• Hybrid, experiential design: A rigorous 80+ 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. In the current academic session, the students will travel to Baltimore, Maryland, USA, to attend the Summer Institute at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health in June 2027.
• 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.

Applicants applying for this program must go through a pre-screening process and be pre-approved by IIHMR University. Last date for pre-screening is May 31, 2026. Please visit: https://applications.iihmr.edu.in/mph-application-form for the pre-screening process.

The pre-approved applicants must then process their application through SOPHAS, which is a centralised application service for schools and programs of public health in US.

The cooperative MPH degree program aims at enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of public health programs and services in India and surrounding developing countries and therefore aspirants for these countries are strongly encouraged to apply.

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 the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health (BSPH) and other U.S. schools of public health. In found eligible in prescreening the candidates are invited to apply on SOPHAS to proceed with the application process. SOPHAS registration carries an application fee of US $ 150. Please note that IIHMR University will reimburse the application fee for candidates who get admitted to the program.
Through SOPHAS, you will submit:
• Your application form, personal statement, and letters of recommendation.
• Upload official transcripts (if via WES credential evaluation). For ECE, course-by-course evaluations with transcripts must be sent directly to BSPH electronically at bsph.admissions@jhu.edu.

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 on SOPHAS: July 15, 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/

• Credential Evaluations: Transcripts must be evaluated by World Education Services (WES) or Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE).
• Standardized Test Scores (GRE, GMAT, MCAT, LSAT) – Optional
• English Proficiency Test Scores (Less than 2 years old, Accepted tests : TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, PTE Academic , Duolingo English)
• 3 Letters of Recommendation
• Statement of Purpose and Objectives
• CV / Resume to be Uploaded

Please note that Final Application Deadline for SOPHAS is July 1, 2026. However thae official supporting documents (transcripts, credential evaluations, standardized test scores, English Language proficiency test scores, and letters of recommendation) can be officially submitted to SOPHAS and posted to your application by July 15, 2026.

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

Recommendations are submitted electronically by recommenders using liaison letters, which is the recommender portal of SOPHAS. Recommenders will receive a secure email link to upload materials or complete assessments directly. Applicants will receive an email notification upon completion and may track the progress of their requests at any time within the application's "Check Status" tab.

The application requires three letters of recommendation. The recommenders may be a mix of academic or professional references.

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.

Statement of Purpose and Objectives provides an opportunity for the applicants to showcase their passion for public health, their interest in the program and research projects, past academic and work experience and any other relevant information not included in the rest of the application. This is an avenue for the applicants to share

with the admissions committee how the MPH degree fits in with the overall career goals and their professional ambitions.

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.

Standardized tests (GRE, GMAT, MCAT, LSAT) are optional for this program. The admissions committee will make no assumptions if a standardized test score is omitted from an application, but applicants must require evidence of quantitative/analytical ability through other application components, such as academic transcripts and/or supplemental questions.

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 Academic , PTE Academic, or Duolingo English are accepted. The scores must be less than two years old and must reach SOPHAS by the application deadline. The minimum scores are as follows : IELTS – 07, PTE Academic – 68, Duolingo English – 130 (Composite score), and TOEFL iBT – 100. You are required to submit PTE Academic or Duolingo English Test directly to BSPH. TOEFL and IELTS should be self-reported in your application and scores sent directly to SOPHAS. The ETS institution code for SOPHAS applicants is 5688.

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 total fee for the MPH 2026–2028 program is USD 22,000, payable in installments

Yes, there are some academic excellence scholarships available for candidates selected for admission to the program which are as below:

For MBBS Graduates: USD 1,200

All MBBS graduates with aggregate marks of 55% or above in MBBS will be eligible for award of scholarship worth USD 1200 per candidate.

• For Non-MBBS Graduates: USD 1,200

Non MBBS graduates with aggregate marks of 60% or above in their bachelor’s degree and exemplary public health experience will be considered in order of merit for award of 5 scholarships of USD 1200 each.

It is also worth emphasizing that the program is offered at one third the fee payable for MPH at JHU, USA.

MPH graduates work at a vast array of organizations including health care, consulting firms, implementing and development partners, government institutions, academic and research institutions, local and state health departments, hospitals, NGOs, UN agencies , funding agencies, and many more.

The degree offers wide occupational mobility and the graduates could be gainfully employed in diverse profiles like Directors, Program Managers, Epidemiologists, Project Team Leads, Technical Consultants, Monitoring and Evaluation Officers, Disease Surveillance Experts, Portfolio Managers in donor and implementing agencies, Public Health specialists, Public Health Administrators and Policy Analysts.

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