Online One Health Dual Degree Program for DVM Students
A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) student may choose to pursue a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree to expand their impact beyond clinical practice and into population health, epidemiology, and disease prevention. Veterinary medicine and public health are deeply interconnected, particularly in areas such as zoonotic diseases, food safety, environmental health, and global health initiatives.
An MPH provides DVM students with a broader understanding of how animal health influences human health, equipping them with the skills to work in government agencies, research institutions, policy development, and public health organizations. This dual-degree pathway, especially through the One Health approach, prepares veterinarians to address complex health challenges that span across species and ecosystems, making them valuable contributors to interdisciplinary health solutions worldwide.
Application Requirements:
- Acceptance by the LSU School of Veterinary Medicine
- The deadline to apply to the LSU School of Public Health for the One-Health online track is July 15. Acceptance is for the Fall semester.
- MPH application form including:
- Signed Release of Admissions Records from LSU School of Veterinary Medicine
- Resume or CV
- Statement Stating Why You Wish to Pursue an MPH Degree
All pieces must be submitted prior to July 15 to the LSU School of Public Health
Isabel M. Billiot, M.Ed
Coordinator of Admissions & Student Affairs
ibilli@lsuhsc.edu
(504) 568-5773
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Courtney Martin
Director of Marketing and Enrollment
cmar24@lsuhsc.edu
(504) 655-3681
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Gretchen Delacambre, DVM
Assistant Dean for Student Outreach and Veterinary Admissions
gdelcambre@lsu.edu
(225) 578-9537