College of Health, Education and Social Transformation
Public Health
College of Health, Education and Social Transformation
Public Health
Protect Communities. Promote Wellness.
Start Your Journey in Public Health
Get ready for a rewarding career in public health with a Bachelor of Public Health (BHP) from NMSU! With coursework, as well as 320 hours of supervised field experience in a professional public health setting, you will be well prepared to seek a career in community and public health. Fully accredited by the Council on Education in Public Health (CEPH), our program is arranged so that you can fulfill your fieldwork component in the community where you live. Upon graduating, you’ll be eligible to take the national Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) exam.
Admission Deadlines
February 15th (Fall), September 15th (Spring)
- Total classes: 40-41
- Total credit hours: 120-122
- Cost per credit hour: $223.58**
Delivery Format
Career Pathways
With the Bachelor of Public Health degree, you may work in a variety of settings in the community, such as public health departments, private business and schools. Some of your many rewarding career options include:
- Community Health Worker
- Director of Rehabilitation
- Epidemiologist
- Health Care Coordinator
- Occupational Health and Safety Specialist
- Public Administrator
Degree questions, answered
Have questions about the Bachelor of Public Health? Fill out our inquiry form.
Support Your Community’s Health and Wellness
Students who are drawn to a Public Health degree are passionate about promoting health and preventing disease at the community or population level. They are socially conscious, analytical and enjoy working on solutions to real-world health challenges through education, policy, research and outreach.
The curriculum in public health prepares students for careers in community and public health programs, also in voluntary, private and governmental agencies. Upon completion of the degree, the graduate is eligible to take the national Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) examination administered by the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing, Inc.
All BPH students complete 250 hours of Field Experience which creates opportunity to apply classroom learning to actual public health problems and solutions. Students are encouraged to seek creative field experience placements that allow them to apply skills acquired in the classroom setting, to assist a group or community with a public health/education issue, and to promote personal and professional growth. Sites may be at local, regional, national or international organizations or facilities.
CEPH Accredited
The BPH program is fully accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH).
Scholarships Available
Get up to 100% of tuition covered with the New Mexico Opportunity Scholarship.**
Students seeking admission to the Bachelor of Public Health degree in the Department of Public Health Sciences at NMSU are first admitted as pre-public health (PPHL) students. Students keep this designation until they have met the following admissions requirements:
- A cumulative grade-point average of at least 2.5 after completing specified general education coursework (the common core).
- A grade of C- or better in prerequisite departmental courses, MATH 1215 Intermediate Algebra, and MATH 1350G Introduction to Statistics or MATH 2350G Statistical Methods or A ST 311 Statistical Applications.
The BPH program consists of 120 credits. To earn this degree, you need to complete all University degree requirements, which include General Education requirements, Viewing a Wider World requirements, and elective credits, with 48 credits in courses numbered 300 or above.
Take classes like:
- PHLS 2110 – Foundations of Health Education
- PHLS 4420 – Health Program Planning
- PHLS 4810 – Infectious and Noninfectious Disease Prevention
- PHLS 4640 – Rural Health Issues
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Scholarships and Financial Aid
At NMSU, we strive to offer competitively priced tuition to keep your tuition costs affordable. If you need financial aid, we’re ready to work with you to determine the best ways to finance your education.
Financial assistance includes loans, grants, and scholarship opportunities. To apply, use NMSU’s convenient Scholar Dollar$ one-stop scholarship application, which serves all students in the NMSU system.
NMSU students are also eligible for loans and grants. The first step in applying for financial aid is to complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Learn more about financial aid opportunities at NMSU.
Contact Financial Aid
Phone: 1-888-729-6678
Email: financialaid@nmsu.edu
Accreditation
New Mexico State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Specialized accreditation from other accrediting agencies is also granted for some programs. NMSU’s accreditation ensures that your education meets high-quality standards and that your credits are transferable.