Bachelor of Science, Public Health (BSPH)

Graduates of the Public Health program enter the job market as health educators, fitness consultants, consumer information directors, and community outreach coordinators who are trained to promote healthy lifestyles through behavior modification, physical activity, and proper nutrition to prevent chronic and degenerative diseases such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer, obesity, HIV/AIDS and other conditions such as substance abuse and domestic violence. To reduce the rising cost of health care, policymakers are increasingly employing the preventive approaches and services of community educators in county, state, and federal health departments, wellness programs, hospitals, disease management and consulting firms, consumer advocacy, and international and voluntary health care organizations. Student learning outcomes in Public Health following completion of the Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Public Health, the graduates will:

• Apply psychological and sociological theories in explaining human behaviors in different clinical scenarios.
• Comprehend the factors that influence health and well-being.
• Promote health and prevent disease by positively influencing the behavior of clients.
• Determine individual and Public Health needs by using valid health information and appropriate evaluative methods.
• Understand the US health care system and respond ethically to health care disparities.
• Comprehend published research in public health.

Degree Requirements and Curriculum

Fall 2022 Public Health Course Sequence

General Education Courses

Professional Sequence Courses

Admission Requirements

The Bachelor of Science in Public Health (BSPH) applications are now accepted on a rolling admission.  Before applying, students interested in pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Public Health must first be accepted to Chicago State University and complete or are currently enrolled in all pre-professional courses.

Application packets must be submitted by May 1st for the fall semester, and September 30th for the Spring semester. However, if all openings are not filled, applications will continue to be accepted until July 1^st for fall admission and until October 15th for Spring admission.  Application packets must include the following:

• A completed application form (typewritten). You can apply online or use the PDF form. 
• A Resume
• Two letters of recommendation:
• academic or professional recommendations accepted.
• Placed in sealed envelopes, using the Public Health Recommendation Form.
• A typewritten 300–word College Essay: Please describe the factors that influenced your decision to enter the public health profession and your professional aspirations following completion of the program.