• Hold a bachelor's degree granted by a college or university of recognized standing, or have completed studies equivalent to those required for a bachelor's degree.

• Submission of scores obtained in the graduate entrance examination in Spanish (EXADEP).

• Fluency in Spanish and ability to read and understand English (Classes are conducted in Spanish).

• Personal interview.

• Submission of the official application and all required documents prior to the deadline established by the School.

• Meet the specific requirements of the student's program of choice.

Specific Admission Requirements:

• Master of Public Health with Specialty in Biostatistics:
  Applicants for the Specialty in Biostatistics should have approved a college level algebra course. Those who are health professionals must present a valid license to practice in Puerto Rico.

• Master of Public Health with Specialty in Epidemiology:
  Applicants for the Specialty in Epidemiology should have approved a college level algebra course. Health professionals must present a valid license to practice in Puerto Rico.

• Master of Science in Epidemiology:
  Students requesting admission to the Master of Science in Epidemiology program must have completed the following number of credits in the subjects specified below:
  Course (Trimester Credit-hours):
  • Biology (4)
  • Chemistry (4)
  • Physics (4)
  • Psychology, Sociology or Anthropology (6)
  • Mathematics - Algebra and Calculus (6)

Applications:

Applications can be obtained and must be addressed to:
Central Office of Admissions
University of Puerto Rico
Medical Sciences Campus
P.O. Box 365067
San Juan, PR 00936-5067

Deadline: February 15