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Why Choose Epidemiology?
The Epidemiology (EPID) Certificate Program will provide graduate students specialized knowledge and skills in applying epidemiologic concepts and methods to prevention and public health problems. Those who complete the prescribed coursework in this certificate program will achieve advanced competencies in the application of epidemiologic concepts and methods to address public health problems.
Academics and Curriculum
View Epidemiology certificate program information and requirements in the Academic Catalog.
Admission
To be admitted to the program, students must first be accepted into the Wright State University Graduate School and have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. Minimum graduate school requirements include an earned bachelor’s and/or advanced graduate degree from an accredited college or university.
New Students
If you are not currently enrolled at Wright State, you can apply online as a non-degree student through the Wright State University Graduate School. During the online application process, you will have an opportunity to select the Epidemiology Certificate Program and to submit required documents.
Current Students
If you are a current graduate student enrolled at Wright State, please complete the online Certificate in Epidemiology application only. You will not need to apply through the Wright State University Graduate School.
All Applicants
All applicants should submit the online Certificate in Epidemiology application along with a 1-2 page personal statement describing your professional background and interest in the program.
For More Information
Review Certificate Student Handbook
For questions regarding admissions or administration, please contact Lori Metivier, Program Coordinator, by phone at 937-775-1427 or by email at lori.metivier@wright.edu.
For additional programmatic questions, please contact Sara Paton, Ph.D., Director, by phone at 937-775-1430, or by email at sara.paton@wright.edu.