Established in January of 2000 by the Arizona Board of Regents, The University of Arizona Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health is currently the first and only nationally accredited college of public health in Arizona.
Located in Tucson, Arizona, the Zuckerman College of Public Health is one of 19 colleges of the University of Arizona, one of the nation's leading public universities. With about 900,000 multicultural citizens, Tucson is a growing economic and recreational center that reflects the richness and diversity of the Southwest and U.S.-Mexico border regions. The College is located in the Roy P. Drachman Hall facility which was completed in 2006.
The Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health has held continuous accreditation from the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) since 2003 and is accredited through December 31, 2027.
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The UA Zuckerman College of Public Health offers tremendous opportunities to its students for education, research and community involvement thanks to a locale rich in history, research opportunities, and university academic resources. The College consistently ranks among the top five in American Indian and Hispanic graduates and students enrolled among 64 accredited schools of public health, according to recent data from the Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health (ASPPH). In addition, the University of Arizona is one of only 62 members in the Association of American Universities, a prestigious organization that recognizes universities who have developed exceptionally strong overall research and academic programs.
Academic Departments
The UA Zuckerman College of Public Health is organized into four academic departments that reflect the nature of their research, teaching and practice:
Departments serve as administrative units which coordinate teaching, research, and service within their areas of specialization. The units are academic homes for faculty, staff, and students and provide the central focus of collegial relationships within the College.
The UA Zuckerman College of Public Health provides both undergraduate and graduate education in population-based health disciplines designed to prepare students for professional and academic public-health careers.
Academic Programs
Undergraduate Program
BS in Public Health
The Bachelor of Science (BS) in Public Health degree is designed to promote an understanding of health and disease based on public health principles. Learn to build healthier communities, develop safer workplace environments, improve global health programs, and make the world a better place.
BA in Wellness and Health Promotion Practice
With the growing emphasis on health promotion and preventative care, new opportunities in wellness-related industries emerge every day and benefit diverse communities. Our Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Wellness and Health Promotion Practice prepares students for a career in this rewarding field.
Master of Public Health (MPH) Program
The Master of Public Health program offers an interdisciplinary professional degree in public health. MPH students may choose from nine areas of concentration on campus, as well as three areas of concentration online
Health Services Administration
(Phoenix and Tucson)
(based at Phoenix campus)
Students achieve proficiency in one or more specialized areas through advanced coursework, then apply their knowledge as they learn to solve real community health problems during the applied practice experience. The many research opportunities in College-sponsored projects provide invaluable hands-on experiences in laboratory and field work, also.
Online MPH
With the growing emphasis on health promotion and preventative care, new opportunities in wellness-related industries emerge every day and benefit diverse communities. Our Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Wellness and Health Promotion Practice prepares students for a career in this rewarding field.
- Applied Epidemiology
- Global Health
- Health Promotion
- Health Services Administration
Dual Degrees
The Zuckerman College of Public Health has partnered with the College of Medicine, College of Law, the College of Pharmacy, the Eller College of Management, and the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences to administer six dual degree programs. Students have the opportunity to earn two complementary degrees simultaneously.
- MD/MPH
- JD/MPH
- PharmD/MPH
- MPH/MBA
- MPH/MA in Latin American Studies
- MPH/MS in Mexican American Studies
Doctorate of Public Health (DrPH)
The Doctorate of Public Health (DrPH) is an advanced, professional degree program designed for the student with an existing MPH degree or its equivalent who intends to pursue a leadership career as a public-health professional. This unique DrPH program integrates knowledge and analytical skills in leadership, practice, policy analysis, research, program management, and professional communication. The DrPH program is offered in either Maternal and Child Health or Public Health Policy and Management.
MS & PhD in Biostatistics
The Master of Science (MS) and Doctorate (PhD) degrees in Biostatistics emphasizes the foundations of statistical reasoning. Biostatistics is the science of collecting and analyzing biologic or health data using statistical methods, which is used to help learn the possible causes of a disease or how often it occurs in a certain group of people. For students who have demonstrated excellence in mathematics and the sciences, this program provides rigorous training in applied probability and statistical analyzes, preparing them to become top-notch research biostatisticians in academia, industry, or government.
MS & PhD in Environmental Health Sciences
The Master of Science and Doctorate (MS/PhD) degrees in Environmental Health Sciences is designed for individuals who seek training for leadership roles in environmental health research. The degree prepares individuals to evaluate and control health risks posed by chemical and biological contaminants and physical exposures (noise, heat and radiation) in occupational and non-occupational environments.
MS & PhD in Epidemiology
The Epidemiology graduate programs offer study leading to Master of Science (MS) and Doctorate (PhD) degrees. Multi-disciplinary collaborations among program faculty and university departments, as well as state and national health institutions, provide excellent classroom learning, community training, and research opportunities in epidemiology, the study of the distribution of diseases in populations and factors that influence the occurrence of disease.
PhD in Health Behavior Health Promotion
The PhD in Health Behavior Health Promotion has an emphasis on the biological, behavioral, and socio-cultural determinants of health and health behavior, and the interventions and policies aimed at improving community and population health. The PhD program includes instruction in behavioral sciences, public health practice and policy, human services, and research methods. The doctoral program offers a diverse and challenging curriculum that addresses health behavior health promotion theory, knowledge/skills in working on health issues within the diverse communities of the Southwest US, mixed qualitative/quantitative research methods, statistics, and grant development skills.
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Serving the State of Arizona
The UA Zuckerman College of Public Health concentrates its efforts on realizing its mission of developing a collaborative academic network to serve the public health needs of Arizona. In every county, the College works to provide resources to local health promotion programs in areas such as tobacco control, diabetes prevention, environmental protection, or youth violence prevention. Further, our programs are committed to educating and training Arizona's public-health workforce to assure excellence in local leadership. You may read more about our college mission, goals, and values in our strategic plan.
Administrative Units
The Dean of the UA Zuckerman College of Public Health serves as its chief administrative officer and as such is responsible for strategic planning and facilitating growth of the college, the faculty and the student body. Associate Deans at the UA Zuckerman College of Public Health report directly to the Dean.
