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Past CHPR Research Projects
A Community Engaged Study of Social Networks and Long-Term Care PI: Xi ZhuFunding Source: University of Arkansas for Medical SciencesDr. Zhu will advise study investigators in collecting social network measures and in analyzing data using advanced network analysis techniques. ARRA: RCT of Two Speed of Processing Modes to Prevent Cognitive Decline in Older Adults PI: […]
Research Interest Areas
The primary goal of the doctoral program in Health Services and Policy, is to prepare graduates in health economics, health policy, and health management and organizations. Graduates seek professional careers as researchers, teachers, and practitioners in academic institutions, government agencies, and private industry. Applicants frequently have a master’s degree in social science, management, law, nursing […]
Undergrad to Grad FAQ
What is a Master’s of Public Health? The Master of Public Health (MPH) degree is recognized globally as the primary professional practice degree in the field of public health. Learn more about our MPH degree. What is a Master’s of Science in Public Health? The Master of Science (MS) is the research-based degree in the […]
How to Apply (Undergrad to Grad)
Students pursuing undergraduate education at the University of Iowa, Grinnell College, Coe College, Cornell College, or Luther College may consider applying to a combined undergraduate to graduate (U2G) program. U2G’s provide an opportunity for students interested in health sciences to earn both their undergraduate and graduate degrees in five years. The benefits of pursuing the […]
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Department of Biostatistics accept applications for all semesters? Biostatistics accepts MS and PhD applications for the fall semester. PhD applications are accepted for Spring admission, limited to those who have an MS degree in biostatistics or statistics (application deadline is October 15). What is the deadline for applications? The PhD application deadline is […]
PhD in Biostatistics
Degree Description and Learner Objectives The Ph.D. program will produce biostatisticians who can develop biostatistical methodology that can be utilized to solve problems in public health and the biomedical sciences. In addition, graduates of the Ph.D. program will be prepared to apply biostatistical and epidemiology methodology for the design and analysis of public health and […]
MS in Clinical Investigation
The M.S. in Clinical Investigation is offered by the Department of Epidemiology in cooperation with the University of Iowa’s Institute for Clinical and Translational Science. The program is designed for clinicians interested in pursuing careers in clinical research. Degree Description and Learner Objectives Graduates of the program will acquire proficiency in the conduct of independent […]
PhD in Occupational and Environmental Health
The PhD in Occupational and Environmental Health (OEH) is an advanced research degree that emphasizes depth of knowledge and original research skills. The PhD in OEH is designed to develop leaders in environmental and occupational health research and practice. The PhD program is tailored to meet students’ research and professional interests. Students work with their […]
PhD in Epidemiology
Degree Description The Ph.D. in Epidemiology is constructed to meet the department’s philosophy of training. There is a substantial contribution from the Biostatistics Department and other departments in the College of Public Health so that the candidate is well-grounded in quantitative and analytical techniques, design and conduct of epidemiologic studies, demographic methods, and the management […]