Georgia Southern University

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Admission Snapshot

Typical admitted student: High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred; SAT or ACT scores are optional but recommended for competitive admission.

About This Program

Georgia Southern University's online Bachelor of Science in Public Health with an emphasis in Global Health is fully accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH). The program is designed to prepare students for a rewarding career in public health with a focus on health policy, advocacy, health informatics, and cultural competence. The program emphasizes practical skills through a hands-on curriculum and internship opportunities in the final semester, ensuring graduates are job-ready. Students learn to shape population health by applying principles of public health interventions for individuals and communities.

Career Outcomes

Graduates are qualified to pursue careers as health educators with Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) examination eligibility, epidemiologists, environmental health practitioners, community health workers, and health policy advocates working with government agencies, nonprofits, international organizations, and research institutions.

• 1. Global Health Program Coordinator
• 2. Epidemiologist
• 3. International Health Policy Analyst
• 4. Community Health Worker (Global Focus)

What You'll Learn

• Analyze global disease patterns and risk factors using epidemiological methods.
• Design culturally appropriate health interventions for international populations.
• Evaluate health policies and systems in low-resource settings.
• Address social determinants of health across borders.

Curriculum Highlights

The curriculum builds on five core public health areas: biostatistics, environmental health sciences, epidemiology, health services administration, and community health education/social and behavioral sciences. Total of 124 credit hours required. The program offers four emphasis areas: Environmental Health Sciences, Epidemiology, Global Health, and Community Health Promotion and Education. Students complete coursework with state-of-the-art technology and opportunities for honors programs and departmental involvement.

Top Employers

Top employers include CDC, WHO, USAID, and international NGOs like Doctors Without Borders.

Admissions

High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred; SAT or ACT scores are optional but recommended for competitive admission.

Application Materials

• Statement of Purpose: Required
• Letters of Recommendation: 2–3
• Resume: Optional
• Transcripts: Official transcripts required

Academic Requirements

• Degree Required: High School Diploma
• GRE/GMAT: Not Required
• TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)