Admissions
Welcome to the School of Public Health at the University of Alberta.
Our graduate education programs are designed to meet the demand for skilled public health professionals who are dedicated to tackling today's challenges to improve the health of people.
We're committed to offering programs that meet the highest professional standards to ensure that they are relevant and practical. We were the first accredited school of public health in Canada, and continue to meet professional standards of academic integrity and quality.
You'll find our programs to be accessible and flexible, and our faculty to be strong and supportive mentors, among the world's leaders in their areas of expertise.
Educational Programs Contact
P: 780-492-8211
E: sph.programs@ualberta.ca
Admission for Fall 2025
MPH programs
The MPH program has one intake period per year, in the Fall. The application period for the MPH programs (course-based) is from Oct. 1 to Dec. 31, 2024 for fall 2025 admission. Applications and all supporting documents including reference letters must be received by Dec. 31, 2024 to be considered for admission.
MSc and PhD programs
The application period for the MSc and PhD programs (thesis-based) is from Oct. 1, 2024, to Jan. 31, 2025, for fall 2025 admission. Applications and all supporting documents including reference letters must be received by Jan. 31, 2025 to be considered for admission.
MACE program
The application period for the MACE program (thesis or course-based) is from Oct. 1, 2024, to Jan. 31, 2025 for fall 2025 admission. Applications and all supporting documents including reference letters must be received by Jan. 31, 2025, to be considered for admission.