Director
Associate Professor
Health Science, BS/Public Health, MPH
The Bachelor of Science in Health Science and Master of Public Health (MPH) combined degree program is designed for students seeking an accelerated pathway to careers in public health leadership, policy, and practice.
Location
New York City
Westchester
Hybrid
Number of Credits
150-152
Start Dates
Fall, Spring
F1 Visa
Yes
STEM Designated Program
Yes
Accelerate your career in Public Health
Pace University’s Bachelor of Science in Health Science offers an integrative curriculum with courses in health promotion, behavioral science, and health informatics, combined with a global view of health equity and advocacy, providing a strong foundation to tackle emerging challenges and make meaningful contributions.
The Master of Public Health (MPH) prepares graduates for exciting careers in global and community health within research and practice. Designed for flexible study and leveraging Pace's superior location in the heart of New York City, the MPH is offered in a hybrid format comprised of in-person and online courses. This program allows students to complete both degrees within five years, reducing both time to graduation and overall MPH tuition costs by up to 29% while preparing graduates to address critical public health challenges at the local and global levels.
$143,000
median salary for MPH graduates (Source: Glassdoor)
Top 5%
2025 Best Health Professions Bachelor's Degree Schools (Source: College Factual)
18%
employment growth for MPH graduates from 2018–2028 (Source: Burning Glass Technologies)
Health Science, BS/Public Health, MPH Curriculum
The Bachelor of Science in Health Science and the Master of Public Health combined degree program is designed for students seeking an accelerated pathway to careers in public health leadership, policy, and practice. This program allows students to complete both degrees within five years, reducing both time to graduation and overall tuition costs while preparing graduates to address critical public health challenges at the local and global levels.
Take Courses Like…
- HSC 110: Introduction to Health Promotion and Disease Prevention
- PH 602: Social and Behavioral Determinants of Health
- PH 705: Pathways and Interventions for Health Inequities
Master of Public Health Program Highlights
- Flexible study blends web-assisted courses with a mix of in-person and online sessions and fully online courses. Electives offered from a range of disciplines to enable you to tailor your program to your interests.
- All students complete an Applied Practice Experience, an experiential learning opportunity that provides students with work experience and useful employment leads.
- Designed for domestic students and international student visa holders.
- Eligible for the STEM 24-month Optional Practical Training (OPT) extension.
- Visit the MPH department website for additional information and resources.
Health Science and Public Health Careers
Our graduates go on to fulfilling careers as healthcare professionals in a variety of growing and dynamic healthcare settings, including hospitals, state and local departments of health, the private sector, and community-based organizations.
Where Pace Graduates are Employed
- Boston Children's Hospital
- Lehigh Valley Health Network
- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
- Columbia University Fertility Center
- Westchester Medical Center
- NewYork-Presbyterian
- Pfizer
Pace Career Services
As a Pace student, you'll have the opportunity to work with our robust career services team to determine the career path right for you.
International Career Success Program
The INSPIRE Program (International Student Professional Readiness Program) is a required badged internship and career success program for all international students for employment eligibility, exclusive to Pace. Year after year, this one-of-a-kind program empowers international students to achieve results in obtaining internships, jobs, and salary outcomes. Domestic students, there is an equivalent program for you called ASPIRE.
Our Graduates Are Prepared for Jobs Like
- Health Policy Analyst
- Health Equity Coordinator
- Corporate Wellness Program Development
- Community Based Health Programs
- Academic or foundation researchers
- Health agency staff members
Student Quote
The Health Science program really feels like a community. Everyone’s cheering you on, from classmates to professors. There’s always support when you need it and so many opportunities to grow, learn, and find your path in healthcare.
Elizabeth Vasylets, Health Science, BS
Featured Faculty
Associate Professor
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Faculty Fellow
Department Chairperson and Associate Professor, Health Science
Director, Health Informatics
Admission and Financial Aid
Ready to take charge of your future? Pace is with you every step of the way, providing a world-class education and the skills your industry will be looking for far into the future.
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- November 1: Early Decision
- November 15: Early Action I
- December 1: Early Action II
- February 15: Regular Decision
Explore required documents and admission decision dates for first-year, transfer, and international students.
Applying for the MPH
Students are encouraged to declare interest in this combined degree program as early as freshman year, but before beginning their junior year to ensure proper course sequencing. To continue to the MPH program, students must complete the following by the end of Junior year:
- Complete all prerequisite courses for the MPH program
- Maintain a cumulative GPA above 3.0
- Apply for admission and be accepted to the MPH program
- The undergraduate degree requirements can be met on both the New York City and Pleasantville campuses. The graduate courses in MPH will be completed on either the New York City campus or a combination of on campus in New York City and online.
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Ready to apply? Begin your application process.
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Understanding the value of a degree is essential, especially in terms of return on investment (ROI). According to The Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce, Pace University is in the top 6% of U.S. colleges that provide the best return on tuition investment.
For the 2025–2026 academic year, full-time undergraduate tuition is $52,924. However, many students pay significantly less due to our generous merit scholarships, which offer up to $33,000 annually, as well as need-based scholarships, grants, on-campus employment opportunities, and loans. Pace is more affordable than you think. Financial assistance can come from many places, including scholarships, grants, on-campus employment, and loans.
A combined degree program can help save up to 29% of MPH tuition costs and shorten the time to graduation, accelerating entry into the workforce.
Merit Scholarship Estimator (only for undergraduate)
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Connect with our dedicated admission counselors who are here to support you every step of the way. Schedule a one-on-one appointment to discuss your goals, application questions, and any other information you need to make an informed decision about your future at Pace.
99%
Did You Know?
2024 College of Health Professions graduate degree graduates are employed, in continuing education or service.
Contact Us
Admission Contact
Office of Undergraduate Admission
Phone: (914) 773-3746
Email: undergradadmission@pace.edu
Departmental Contact
Email: healthscience@pace.edu
Joshua Mendelsohn, PhD
Program Director, Master of Public Health
Phone: (212) 618-6012
Email: jmendelsohn@pace.edu