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Advance your career with a degree from one of the top schools of public health in the country. With a rigorous Michigan Public Health education, you’ll prepare for a career of positive, transformative change. Learn from world-renowned faculty committed to mentoring the next generation of public health leaders, apply your knowledge through hands-on research and practice experiences, and leverage the vast resources of the University of Michigan by collaborating with students and faculty across disciplines. Upon graduation, you’ll join our vibrant community of more than 19,000 alumni ready to tackle the world’s biggest public health challenges.
On the podcast
Writing public health for the public: Stories that change minds
William Lopez and Paul Fleming discuss their recently published books, ethical storytelling, and writing for public audiences in an era of mistrust—showing how books can bring public health ideas beyond academia.
Findings magazine
Explore the spring 2026 issue of Findings magazine
What drives someone to pursue public health? Often, it begins with witnessing hardship—and refusing to accept it. In this issue of Findings , meet faculty, a student-athlete and an alumna whose personal experiences shaped careers dedicated to change. From food security to sickle cell disease equity to gene therapy, their stories remind us why this work matters. This is why.
In the news
Michigan Public Health ranks #4 in the nation
The University of Michigan School of Public Health has been ranked #4 in the U.S. News & World Report’s list of Best Public Health Schools. The School of Public Health also ranks among the top schools in specialty rankings issued by U.S. News.
On the podcast
School safety drills and student well-being
Justin Heinze discusses school safety drills, their potential negative health, psychological and emotional effects, and emerging best practices for addressing the impacts on students and school communities.
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Degrees Designed for Impact
At Michigan Public Health, we educate and train tomorrow’s public health leaders. Our students work at the forefront of the public health field as they study, grow, and serve communities local and global. Explore our degree offerings, careers in public health, and life in Ann Arbor, and learn more about our inclusive, passionate community of students, faculty, staff, and alumni.
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