JD-Master of Public Health MPH Dual Degree
Offered at IU Indianapolis by Robert H. McKinney School of Law
About
When it comes to standing out in a crowded marketplace, a dual degree can have a big impact. In less time than it takes to pursue each degree individually, you can graduate with two degrees.
The J.D./M.P.H. dual degree comprises the McKinney J.D., complete with the theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and hands-on experience that all of our graduates receive, and a Master of Public Health from the IU Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health.
This program can help you understand and shape the role of the law in promoting public health. It can also help you pursue a career in regulating the financing and delivery of health care services. Professional opportunities include government health or environmental agencies, private firms, and universities. [view brochure]
As a candidate in this program, you will study law courses your first year, mostly public health courses your second year, and primarily law courses in your third and fourth years, including internships in health or environmental law.
You will also be required to complete a research paper on a topic that addresses both law and health. This paper satisfies both the Advanced Research and Writing Requirement in the School of Law and the concentration project in the School of Public Health.
Students wishing to pursue a dual degree must submit the Dual Degree Intent Form.