About PhD Program,
Explore Yale School of Public Health’s MPH, MS, PhD, and Non-Degree public health programs. Gain the scientific and societal skills to tackle global health challenges and improve the health of communities everywhere.
The Yale School of Public Health PhD is considered among the best in the country, featuring a 100% completion rate and one of the highest yields among U.S. Schools of public health. All PhD programs are fully funded for five years and are customizable to each student.
PhD in Public Health
This doctoral program is designed to be flexible and inspire interdisciplinary research. There are six concentrations that students can choose from including biostatistics, health policy and management, chronic disease epidemiology, and more. With over 24 research centers across public health field, this program helps students become more proficient and effective researchers. It is a perfect fit for any scholar looking to make bold strides in the public health field.
PhD Program Degree Eligibility with GPA,
If you have completed your undergraduate degree (bachelor’s or equivalent) or will have completed it prior to your intended matriculation date at Yale, you may apply to the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS).
A Master’s degree is not required to apply for a PhD at Yale, although some programs give preference to applicants with post-baccalaureate training. Consult your program of interest directly for information on how it evaluates applications.
We value diversity of all kinds at the Graduate School, and we encourage students from all backgrounds to apply if Yale is a good fit for your intellectual and professional goals. All are welcome to apply, without regard to citizenship or immigration status, socioeconomic level, race, religion, gender identification, sexual orientation, disability, etc.
PhD Funding Coverage,
All PhD students at Yale are fully funded. On average, doctoral students at Yale receive more than $500,000 in tuition fellowships, stipends, and health care benefits over the course of their enrollment. Some terminal Master’s degree students also receive funding.
All PhD students at Yale receive the following financial award, typically for a minimum of five years:
- a fellowship that covers the full cost of tuition ($49,500 for 2024-2025)
- a 12-month stipend (minimum of $49,538 for 2024-2025)
- comprehensive health insurance, including hospitalization coverage and specialty care for students, their legal spouse, and their children
- a family support subsidy for graduate students with children under the age of 18
Additionally, a Dean’s Emergency Fund is available to help students with eligible, unanticipated emergency expenses. In some cases, the Continuing Registration Fee for advanced PhD students is also covered by the Graduate School.
Most PhD students complete their degrees without incurring debt.
Application Requirement,
- A statement of academic purpose. You will find the prompt for the statement of purpose in our Application Question FAQs.
- A list of all the prior colleges or universities you have attended, accompanied by unofficial transcripts from each school. Unofficial transcripts should be uploaded with your application. Official or paper transcripts are not needed at this time.
- Three letters of recommendation. Enter the names of your recommenders directly in the application and they will receive a link to upload a letter on your behalf.
- $105 application fee or fee waiver.
- Standardized tests. GRE requirements vary by program. TOEFL or IELTS are necessary for most non-native English speakers.
- Resume/CV.
- Some programs have additional requirements, such as a writing sample. You can find information about any specific requirements on the program’s website.
Application Deadline,
Dec 15, 2024
Application Fee,
