Bachelor of Arts in Public Health
Undergraduate ProgramsWhy Major in Public Health?
Make a difference for vulnerable populations.
UMBC’s Public Health program teaches students to track and monitor the spread of disease, screen for disease, and provide preventive services like vaccinations for vulnerable and underserved groups. In today’s world, communicating important health information to both small and large audiences is more important than ever. The Public Health B.A. offers three tracks of study: Health Administration, Health Policy, and Population Health.
You will graduate with a strong set of skills in research, communication, and policy that will prepare you for a career in non-clinical medical settings in hospitals and care facilities, government organizations, nonprofit organizations, and private healthcare.
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Tuition, Scholarships & Financial Aid
UMBC is committed to making a world-class education accessible to every student. We offer a range of financial aid options, including grants, scholarships, work-study, and loans to help you manage the cost of your education. New and current degree-seeking undergraduates can explore institutional and departmental scholarships using our Scholarship Retriever tool, along with additional opportunities from external partners. Scholarships and financial aid can help cover tuition, fees, textbooks, and even housing and meals, ensuring you can focus on your studies and your future at UMBC.
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UMBC Office of Undergraduate Admissions and Orientation Contact Information
Mailing Address
Office of Undergraduate Admissions
and Orientation
1000 Hilltop Circle Baltimore, MD 21250
OFFICE LOCATION
Albin O. Kuhn Library
on the lower level next to Library Pond
Admissions Staff
410-455-2292
Available Monday through Friday, from
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
admissions@umbc.edu
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