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Admissions:
Application Deadlines:
The Priority Due Date for applications to the Master of
Health Administration (MHA) or the Master of Public Health in Health Policy
(MPH-HP) programs (through the Department of Health Management and Policy,
including dual degrees, and to be competitive for financial awards) is
February 15. In most cases, applications received after May 1 will be
deferred for consideration until the next academic year.
Students applying to the Master of Public Health (MPH)
(through the Department of Community Health, including dual degrees) are
encouraged to apply by March 1 to assure early scholarship consideration.
Final Application Deadlines for all Masters Programs: For
Fall Enrollment...July 1 (applying by the priority deadlines is
recommended). For Spring Enrollment for MPH applications through the
Department of Community Health...November 1
Application Deadline for International Students...May 1
(Fall enrollment only)
Application Deadline for Doctoral Program...March 1 (Fall
enrollment only)
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Additional
Application Information
An applicant must
possess a baccalaureate degree from a recognized college or university. In
addition, scores must be submitted from one of the following: Graduate Record
Examination (GRE), Graduate Management Aptitude Test (GMAT), Medical College
Admissions Test (MCAT), or Law School Admissions Test (LSAT).
 The examination requirement
is waived for applicants possessing the MD, DO or DDS degree with a license to
practice in the United States. The requirements for admission and achievement
of degrees are identical for full and part-time students.
Click here
for pre-requisites for admission into specific masters degree programs in the
School of Public Health.
International Applicants
Prospective international students please see
www.sophas.org
Credit Transfer and Waivers
Credit for graduate work done at another college or university may be accepted
toward the MHA, MPH or PhD degrees if the student earned a B or better for the
course credits being transferred. Students may waive certain coursework with
approval from their faculty advisor.
Tuition and Financial Aid -
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Full-Time and Part-Time Study
Both full-time and part-time study
opportunities are available for School programs. Requirements for admission
and achievement of degrees are identical for both full-time and part-time
students and the same faculty teach full-time and part-time students. Certain
minimum course load requirements apply to degree programs for part-time
students and should be discussed with the school's Manager of Student Services
if part-time study is sought.
Elective Coursework
Elective courses may be chosen from offerings
of the School of Public Health and other units of the University, such as the
School of Business and Administration (e.g., advanced courses in finance and
marketing) and the School of Social Service (e.g., courses in gerontology).
Some School electives are offered on a routine basis while others are offered
based on student demand.
Transfer of Credit/Course Waivers
Credit for graduate work done at another
college or university may be accepted for credit toward the MHA, MPH, or PhD
degrees. Ordinarily, work completed elsewhere more than five years prior to
the beginning of the current degree program will not be approved for transfer
into the current program. In order for credit to be transferred, an official
transcript of the student's record must be sent to the Graduate School by the
college or university at which the work was done, the student must have
completed six hours of coursework toward the degree at Saint Louis University,
and the transfer of credit must have been approved by School of Public Health
faculty. The maximum number of hours that may be transferred varies by degree
program. In general, work that was part of a master's degree program completed
elsewhere will not be approved for transfer; i.e., the same course may not be
"double counted" in two separate master's degree programs.
Similarly, a graduate course taken in partial fulfillment of undergraduate
degree requirements may not also be included in a graduate degree program.
Further information about transfer of credit can be obtained from the school's
Manager of Student Services or the student’s faculty advisor.
Students may waive certain coursework, with replacement of credit hours toward
the degree, based on previous undergraduate or graduate coursework. Questions
about course waivers should be discussed with the student's faculty advisor
after admission.
Student
Life at Saint Louis University
Life in St. Louis
Saint Louis University is located in the
midtown arts district in an exciting metropolitan area of nearly two and a
half million residents.
The University is located within one block of
Grand Center, home of Powell Symphony Hall, the Fox Theatre, the Sheldon Arts
Foundation, the St. Louis Black Repertory Company, and the Forum for
Contemporary Arts. Within 5 minutes of the campus is Forest Park, home to the
new St. Louis Science Center, the metropolitan zoo, the Municipal Opera, 3
golf courses, and more. Also nearby is the nightlife at Laclede’s Landing on
the downtown riverfront.
MetroLink, the city’s light-rail system,
transports students to local points of interest as well as to Lambert St.
Louis-International Airport. The Grand Avenue Station, within walking distance
of the Frost and Health Sciences campuses, makes travel convenient.
For more information about St. Louis contact:
The St. Louis Convention &
Visitors Commission at
800-916-0092 or 314-421-1023
e-mail: tourism@st-louis-cvc.com
The University now enrolls approximately 11,100
students in more than 80 academic programs and 700 foreign students from over
70 countries. Some 85,000 alumni in 115 countries are engaged in a wide
spectrum of professional pursuits throughout the world.
The University interacts daily with the St.
Louis community in many different programs, clinics, and special projects.
Adult education activities, including more than 200 medical continuing
education workshops, provide a rich resource for the entire region.
Faculty members from many disciplines conduct
research on urban problems, from pollution to medical care delivery in the
inner city. SLUCare, the University’s single provider
hospital-physician organization, admits over 9,000 patients annually and
provides more than 900,000 ambulatory care visits.
Campus Attractions
The campus features 96 buildings and 234 acres
of beautifully landscaped grounds including numerous gardens, fountains, and
statues. The University’s 81,500-square foot Simon Recreation Center is
recognized as one of the top 20 such recreational facilities by the National
Intramural Sports Association. The facility includes a 34,500-square foot
multipurpose gymnasium, an elevated jogging track, racquetball and handball
courts, an aerobic room, sauna, swimming pool, and a spectacular
weight-training facility complete with televisions.
Libraries
The University’s four libraries hold more
than 3 million volumes/units and total subscriptions of 13, 834. Library and
instructional media expenditures were $8.4 million in 1996. Saint Louis
University libraries are part of the Online Computer Library Center, which
gives users access to more than 31 million titles in 62 countries in virtually
any language.
Computer Labs
The School of Public Health maintains its own
lab. The School of Public Health computer lab is not only a state-of-the-art
facility, but a tremendous convenience for the School’s students.
Campus Ministry
The Office of Campus Ministry focuses on
promoting the religious life at the University. Campus Ministry is
deeply interested in the faith community at Saint Louis University and with
all pastoral and liturgical care that it requires. In line with the
University's educational mission, theological reflection in Scripture study
and prayer groups is emphasized.
Any member of the University community is
welcome to use the services of the Office of Campus Ministry.
Housing
The School provides students with a
comprehensive list of nearby, affordable apartments complete with rental
information phone numbers, and features. The housing list is compiled annually
by means of a student survey and is mailed to students upon admission to the
School. For on campus housing information, contact Residence Life at
314-977-2797.
Student Insurance
The University is not responsible for any
personal injuries nor for any damage or loss to the student's automobile or
property. Students should have their own insurance coverage for health,
automobile, and other property.
A brochure providing details on benefits and
premiums regarding student insurance is given to students during orientation
or can also be obtained from the Office of Student Services, 300 Busch
Memorial Center, 314-977-2805.
Student Handbook
A copy of the SPH student Handbook is given to
each student during orientation. The student handbook provides information on
School academic policies.
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