Doctoral Degrees

Doctoral admission criteria

Thank you for your interest in the doctoral programs offered by the Fairbanks School of Public Health.

We offer PhD programs in Biostatistics, Epidemiology and Health Policy and Management, and a DrPH in Global Health Leadership.

Each of our doctoral programs offers a challenging curriculum and is taught by distinguished faculty. 

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Our doctoral degrees

PhD in Biostatistics

Designed for students with strong quantitative and analytical skills

PhD in Epidemiology

Designed to develop scholars who will carry out original research that will contribute to the understanding of the occurrence of illness and injury.

PhD in Health Policy and Management

Designed for students interested in pursuing careers in research and leadership in the areas of health policy, health services, and health care management.

DrPH in Global Health Leadership

Designed for mid- to senior-level professionals working full-time in field-based positions around the world. Courses meet via synchronous Internet video.