The major may be declared at any time, but students should first consult with the Director of the Program. To declare a major or minor in public health, students must hold a 2.0 or better cumulative GPA and have completed all prerequisite courses with an average of 2.5 or better. It integrates concepts, disciplines, and ways of thinking to provide an exceptional preparation for a career in health care management with hands-on experience in the health care workplace. Admission to either program requires a baccalaureate degree. Applicants should have completed at least 6 college credits in each of the biological and social sciences and 3 credits in mathematics or statistics.
Preference is given to candidates with two or more years of work experience.
Admission to the Doctoral programs differ depending on which degree is sought. P.H. candidates should in most cases enter with an M.P.H. degree or will be required to fulfill the qualifications for that degree during their course of study. The Ph.D. candidates may enter with a master's level degree in a relevant discipline and have the option of completing the M.P.H. requirements. Nursing at Rutgers is a four year, structured, professional program which leads to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Clinical training during the third and fourth years are supplemented with advanced course work in nursing theory and practice.