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MPH Mission

We aim to build a high-quality public health workforce through excellence in interprofessional education, professional development, research and community engagement.

Vision

Public health professionals optimizing population health and advancing social impact.

Values

Faculty and students affiliated with the Master of Public Health (MPH) program at the UW School of Medicine and Public Health demonstrate a commitment to social impact, health equity, ethical practices and improving health. We value:

  • Evidence-based learning
  • Teaching and learning through shared and interactive experiences
  • Service through contributions to university, community and professional settings
  • Discovery through interprofessional research
  • Belonging and respect for individuals and groups of all backgrounds, interests, cultures and practices
  • A healthy and supportive environment that cultivates professional development of its faculty, staff and students

Social Impact and Belonging

Promoting and embracing social impact and belonging is central to the mission of the Master of Public Health program, the UW School of Medicine and Public Health and the University of Wisconsin–Madison. The MPH program is committed to creating a welcoming space for all learners, faculty and staff, and members of the public health practice community to share perspectives on how to meet today’s public health challenges.


Accreditation

The UW–Madison Master of Public Health program has been accredited by the Council for Education in Public Health (CEPH), since 2009. The MPH program’s most recent accreditation site visit occurred in October 2021.

Learn more about CEPH accreditation