Southern Illinois University Online Programs in Public Health & Public Administration

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Two Affordable Degree Options

A personalized path to your MPH or MPA degree

From helping people recover from disasters and preventing the spread of disease to shaping public policy, SIU Carbondale can facilitate your growth as a leader in a rewarding sector. Our 100 percent online master’s programs in public health and public administration offer one-on-one attention from faculty who promote your growth as a compassionate professional able to shape a positive future for your community. Learn more about the program that fits your goals and continue the path toward an enriching, service-focused career.

Master of Public Health

Tuition: $19,719*  |  Duration: as few as 16 months  |  Credit Hours: 42

Apply by: 9/22/25  |  Start class: 10/13/25

The community-minded MPH online program develops your ability to help prolong and improve the quality of health for entire populations by exploring disease prevention, health promotion and health care systems management.

As a graduate of this affordable public health master’s degree program, you will be prepared to lead the response to disasters and foster recovery, spearhead health and wellness education, tackle challenges that affect communities, boost the quality and accessibility of public services, and collaborate with professionals across sectors.

As a student of this Master of Public Health program, you will:
  • Gain an understanding of the basics of biostatistics and how they are used in the field of public health
  • Learn the intricacies of policy formation, budgeting, implementation and evaluation
  • Assess legal and ethical issues that are at the core of the public health field
*Tuition does not include fees.

Master of Public Administration

Tuition: $16,200*  |  Duration: as few as 14 months  |  Credit Hours: 30

Apply by: 9/22/25  |  Start class: 10/13/25

The Master of Public Administration online program empowers you to become a leader in sectors such as education, infrastructure, environmental protection and emergency management. Through innovative coursework, you will explore public policy analysis, negotiation strategy, budgeting, financial management, organizational leadership and human resources.

Whether you’re already in public administration or want to enter the field, this policy-oriented and management-focused SIU MPA program prepares you to utilize data to inform policy and aid decision-making.

As a student of this Master of Public Administration program, you will:
  • Learn how to create change and improve the governance and management of policies
  • Understand the opportunities and challenges involved in the development of intergovernmental collaborations
  • Explore the role of the public administrator in the analysis, formulation, implementation and evaluation of public policies
*Tuition does not include fees.

SIU Carbondale is recognized for excellence

The Master of Public Health program has been recognized among the “Best Online MPH Degree Programs for 2023" by The Princeton Review.

The Master of Public Health at Southern Illinois University Carbondale is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH).

Southern Illinois University Carbondale is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), a regional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Why choose Southern Illinois University Carbondale

Online programs from SIU Carbondale are designed to challenge, excite and propel you toward a lifetime of professional success. Wherever you want to go, these online degree programs will help take you there.

Study on Your Schedule

Our flexible online format offers you 24/7 access to your coursework so that you can learn anywhere, anytime.

Experience Outstanding Teaching

Learn in small classes featuring individualized support from the same highly experienced faculty who teach on campus.

Join a Community of Leaders

Collaborate and network with like-minded innovators who are as eager to transform their careers, businesses and lives as you are.

About SIU Carbondale

SIU Carbondale is the flagship campus of the Southern Illinois University System. We are a strong, diverse, inclusive, student-centered university where academics and passion intersect. As a nationally ranked public research university and regional economic catalyst, we create and exchange knowledge to shape future leaders, improve our communities and transform lives.

SIU embraces a unique tradition of access and opportunity, innovation in research and creativity, inclusive excellence, and outstanding teaching focused on nurturing and prioritizing student success. Through rigorous, career-focused online programs, we maintain a commitment to ensure that students graduate with the knowledge, experience, critical-thinking skills and cultural competencies they need to make a difference in the world.

Earn your MPH or MPA in a supportive, inclusive online community.

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