M.S. in Environmental Health

Application Fees : US$ 80

1. Academic Qualifications:

   • Applicants must have completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
   • A minimum academic achievement of 65% or above in the previous qualifying degree is generally required. Some programs may have higher academic requirements, such as competitive programs in engineering or business.
      

2. English Language Proficiency: The accepted English language proficiency tests at UC are:

   • DET (Duolingo English Test): Minimum score of 110.
   • PTE Academic: Minimum score of 60.
   • TOEFL: Internet-based test (iBT) score of 80 or higher.
   • IELTS: Overall band score of 6.5 or higher, with no individual band score below 6.
   • It's important to note that the English language proficiency requirement may vary based on the program. Some programs may have higher minimum score requirements.
      

3. Graduate Record Examination (GRE) : The minimum GRE score required may vary depending on the program. Generally, a score of 305 or higher is recommended, 

4. Credential Evaluation: International applicants are typically required to submit a credential evaluation from a recognized evaluation service, such as NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluation Services) or WES (World Education Services)

It is important for prospective international postgraduate students to review the specific admission requirements of their intended program at UC, as requirements may vary between programs. 

The University of Cincinnati (UC) offers a range of scholarships to international students to support their academic journey. These scholarships recognize academic achievement, leadership potential, and contributions to the community.

1. Global Scholarship: The Global Scholarship is a prestigious merit-based scholarship offered to incoming international undergraduate students. It provides partial tuition coverage for up to four years of study at UC. Selection is highly competitive, and students are evaluated based on their academic achievements, leadership qualities, and extracurricular involvement.

2. UC Global Scholarship Plus: The UC Global Scholarship Plus is an enhanced scholarship program that combines the Global Scholarship with additional funding. This provides greater financial support to international undergraduate students, covering a larger portion of their tuition expenses.

3. UC International Excellence Award: The UC International Excellence Award is a merit-based scholarship available to outstanding international undergraduate students. It recognizes academic excellence, leadership potential, and a commitment to making a positive impact. Recipients of this award receive financial support towards their tuition costs.

4. Graduate Student Scholarships: UC offers various scholarships and assistantship opportunities to international graduate students. These scholarships may cover tuition expenses, provide stipends, or offer research or teaching assistant positions. Graduate students are encouraged to explore specific scholarships and assistantship opportunities within their respective departments or programs.

5. Country-Specific Scholarships: UC may offer scholarships specifically tailored to students from certain countries or regions. These scholarships may be based on academic achievement, financial need, or specific criteria set by donors or sponsoring organizations. Prospective international students are advised to check with the university's financial aid office or international admissions office for country-specific scholarship opportunities.

It's important to note that scholarship availability, criteria, and application processes may vary from year to year. 

Graduates emerge with advanced knowledge in environmental health principles, research skills, and practical experiences, ready to address environmental health challenges and promote public health. With diverse career prospects in environmental health agencies, occupational health, research, policy, and consulting, graduates are well-prepared to be influential and innovative professionals in the field of environmental health.

1. Environmental Health Specialist: Graduates of the M.S. in Environmental Health program can pursue careers as environmental health specialists, working for government agencies, health departments, or private organizations to monitor and assess environmental hazards.

2. Occupational Health and Safety Specialist: Some graduates may work as occupational health and safety specialists, ensuring workplaces comply with environmental health regulations and protecting workers from occupational hazards.

3. Environmental Epidemiologist: Graduates with an interest in research may become environmental epidemiologists, studying the link between environmental exposures and health outcomes.

4. Environmental Consultant: Graduates can work as environmental consultants, providing expertise and guidance to organizations on environmental health compliance and sustainability.

5. Public Health Analyst: Some graduates may choose careers as public health analysts, analyzing data and trends to inform environmental health policies and interventions.

6. Environmental Policy Advisor: Graduates interested in policy may pursue careers as environmental policy advisors, influencing policy decisions related to environmental health and sustainability.

7. Water Quality Specialist: Graduates may explore careers as water quality specialists, monitoring and assessing water systems to ensure safe and clean drinking water.

8. Doctoral Studies: The M.S. in Environmental Health program prepares graduates for further academic pursuits, allowing them to pursue doctoral studies in environmental health or related fields, leading to careers in academia, research, or leadership.