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With multiple degree options, covering all major fields of public health, you’re sure to find a path that fits your unique strengths.

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Learn about today’s most pressing public health topics, directly engage with populations and observe how your coursework translates into real-world settings.

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We offer multiple certificates that allow you to enhance your degree, increase your job opportunities and broaden your expertise.

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Whether you are seeking an internship, fellowship or job, Pitt Public Health Career Services can advise you on exploring your future as a public health professional.

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News

Méndez receives inaugural Pitt Health Sciences Community Building Excellence Award

During the 2026 EMBRACE Summit, Dara D. Méndez, PhD, associate professor of epidemiology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Public Health, received one of two inaugural Pitt Health Sciences Community Building Excellence Awards. She was recognized for advancing maternal and reproductive health and justice among Black people in Allegheny County.

BSPH undergraduate helps launch beauty clinic for women with gynecologic cancer

Bachelor of Science in Public Health sophomore May Coffman helped bring the Magee Beauty Clinic at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital to life by building on a concept she developed as part of her coursework. Held in June, the clinic brought together volunteers and beauty professionals to provide free beauty services, support and a welcoming community for more than 30 women receiving treatment for gynecologic cancers.

BCHS doctoral student and Fulbright finalist Hannah Schwartz

Introducing Pitt’s latest Fulbright student finalists

Hannah Schwarz, who is pursuing doctoral studies in behavioral and community health sciences and a Graduate Certificate in Asian Studies from the School of Public Health, is one of 10 University of Pittsburgh students and alumni selected as finalists for the 2026-27 cycle of the Fulbright U.S. Student Program.

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