Department of Public Health
We are a socially accountable, community-centered and globally relevant college dedicated to the prevention of disease and harm at home and around the world.
Our Vision, Mission and Purpose
- Vision: Eliminate health barriers in every community.
- Mission: Collaboratively create solutions for healthier communities and fair, accessible health systems through socially accountable, community-centered and globally relevant education, research and service.
- Purpose: Protect and improve the health and conditions of life in North Texas, the nation and the world.
Advancing health through innovation, collaboration and community
Dedicated faculty, meaningful mentorship and industry-leading expertise ignite innovation, collaboration and real community impact. We create a culture of belonging where students gain the skills and purpose to lead a healthier Texas.
- Better Together
- Discovery That Matters
- Workforce Ready
- Inter-professionalism
- Learn. Lead. Impact.
Public Health Facts and Figures
- 100% of MPH, MHA and PhD students hired in their fields or continuing education following graduation
- 35% of on-campus students who are international, representing our global community
- $13.1M Research funding in the last four years (65% federal awards, 35% community-based and nonprofits)
Public Health Programs
