Celia Scott Weatherhead School of Public Health & Tropical Medicine

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Celia Scott Weatherhead School of Public Health & 
Tropical Medicine Online Graduate Programs

Public Health is Personal

At Tulane University Celia Scott Weatherhead School of Public Health & Tropical Medicine, we understand that public health is personal.

No matter where or how you’re inspired to make a difference, we’re glad you’re here. Because at Tulane, public health is not just a field of study, but of action, where you’ll gain the real-world skills and competencies to strengthen your community.

99% of Graduates Are Working, Volunteering, 
or Continuing Their Education 

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Global Opportunities and Study Abroad

IHSD students at the World Food Programme headquarters

As a student at Celia Scott Weatherhead School, you can build your public health expertise by participating in summer courses abroad. Recent study abroad programs have included destinations such as Cuba, Italy, Taiwan, and South Africa.

Through international exchange programs with institutions such as National Taiwan University (NTU), you can enroll in your choice of English-taught courses that cover a wide spectrum of topics, all while benefiting from global perspectives in public health.

Additionally, the Global Scholars Program is designed to prepare students to become Global Health Professionals through career guidance, monthly seminars, service opportunities, and networking events.

Health Equity Focus

All Celia Scott Weatherhead School programs have a strong focus on health equity, 
preparing students to work to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes for all.

Networking

Join a powerful global network of alumni who provide exceptional opportunities for mentorship, collaboration, and career advancement.

Experiential Learning

The Celia Scott Weatherhead School emphasizes experiential learning across all programs, meaning students learn public health theories and ways to apply them in real-world settings to solve contemporary health challenges.

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Dedicated to Student Success

The Office of Advising and Student Success supports public health students through professional guidance, one-on-one consultations, tech support, and academic advising. Your academic and student success advisor is available to connect through multiple communication platforms, such as phone, email, and Zoom.