Master of Health Policy at Thomas Jefferson University

Thomas Jefferson University offers the Master of Health Policy as a full-time degree delivered online at its Online campus in Philadelphia, United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 2 years, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for health policy and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on May 1, 2027.

About Master of Health Policy

The Jefferson College of Population Health (JCPH) in collaboration with Sydney Kimmel Medical College (SKMC) and Università Cattolica offer a triple degree option in Medicine and Health Policy. Please contact Admissions with questions at [email protected] or call 215-951-2800.

MD/MD/MS in Health Policy with Concentration in International Health & Medicine (Cattolica/SKMC program)

This program is for students in the Cattolica MD program completing the SKMC MD and the MS in Health Policy, concentrating in International Health & Medicine. There is a pathway to complete the MS if a student completes only the Cattolica MD, and an option to earn an Advanced Practice Certificate for those who do not complete either MD program. See Curriculum page for details.

Program Audiences

This program is ideally suited to prepare professionals to work in the range of environments where health policy is a priority:

Community-based health advocacy and service organizations
Public health officials and governmental employees working at local, state, or federal levels
Professionals working in organizations involved in the delivery, administration, or financing of healthcare
Human resource professionals in large employer organizations
Foundations, non-profits, and other funders seeking to impact health policy at the local and national levels
Professional associations and other organizations representing members working to improve population health

Program Features

100% online with no in-person or synchronous learning requirements
Accelerated 7-week term format tailored to working professionals
Courses taught by expert practitioner faculty who bring extensive real-world experience to the classroom

Disciplines

College of Population Health

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Health Policy at Thomas Jefferson University

Entry Requirements

International applicants may be required to submit results from an English Language Proficiency Exam. Additional information about the English Language Proficiency requirement can be found on the Admissions Information page for your program of interest.

Students who have taken coursework outside of the United States should submit a course-by-course academic credential evaluation from a National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) member credentialing organization. Applicants who do not have a NACES evaluation are required to submit official transcripts, along with an official English translation, to Jefferson for review. Thomas Jefferson University reserves the right to outsource student academic credentials to our NACES member partner for evaluation.

English Requirements

PTEMin 53
IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 80

Tuition and Fee Information for Master of Health Policy at Thomas Jefferson University

Application Fee 50

How to Apply for Master of Health Policy at Thomas Jefferson University

After submitting the application, you will receive instructions on how to submit the supporting application materials listed below through your online MyJefferson account. If you prefer, you may also mail your materials to:

Thomas Jefferson University
Application Document Processing
4201 Henry Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19144

You will receive a MyJefferson identification number via email once you submit your application for admission. Be sure to include your name and MyJefferson ID on all documents that you mail to Jefferson.

Supporting Materials

The Admissions Committee emphasizes a holistic review process that examines the entirety of an applicant's academic aptitude, motivation, problem-solving skills, leadership potential and life experiences. Admission decisions are individualized to the specific attributes of the applicant.

Transcripts: Submit official undergraduate and graduate transcripts from all regionally accredited institutions you have attended and/or from which you earned credit. Official transcripts must be sent electronically by the institution to [email protected] or mailed to the address above. Before applying to Jefferson, please review the prerequisites required for admission for this academic program.

Personal Statement: Submit a statement of purpose outlining your interest in the program, how the course of study relates to your desired career path, and your academic and job-related experiences that are relevant to the program.

Letters of Recommendation: Submit three letters of reference that provide insight into your academic and/or professional competence. References from college or university faculty members or professional sources are accepted. You may request recommendations through your MyJefferson account.

Résumé: A current professional résumé is required.

Master of Health Policy at Thomas Jefferson University

Thomas Jefferson University

United States of America, Philadelphia