Welcome to the College of Public Health!
Congratulations on your recent acceptance to the College of Public Health at the University of North Texas Health Science Center. Below are some helpful resources as you navigate your next steps and prepare to begin classes. If you have questions about your next steps, please reach out to our Admissions Outreach Specialist, Alyssa Overbey, or schedule an appointment here.
Download the Admitted Student Checklist below!
Admitted Student Events
View and register for upcoming events geared towards newly admitted students to help prepare for your first semester.
Accept Admissions Offer
Congratulations on your acceptance to the College of Public Health! Make sure to accept your admissions offer in your MyHSC.
Submit Seat Deposit
To secure your seat there is a non-refundable $200.00 deposit fee that will be used toward your tuition upon enrollment.
Course Advising
The Academic Student Navigator is here to answer any questions you may have about courses.
Financial Services
Financial Aid and Scholarships may be available to help fund your program. The Financial Aid Office is here to help.
Attend Orientation
Orientation is mandatory for all incoming HSC students. To view dates and learn more, click the link below.
Course Payment
Payment for Tuition & Fees is due the Sunday before classes begin. Payment plans are available for eligible programs.
International Students
Learn more about your next steps, including how to request your I-20 and pre-arrival resources.
CPH Research
The College of Public Health is proud to be leading research initiatives in major areas such as Global Health, Infectious Diseases, Social Determinants of Health and Health Disparities, and many more.
Helpful Resources
The CPH Office of Student & Academic Services provides centralized comprehensive services to all students and alumni of the UNT Health Science Center (UNTHSC) College of Public Health (CPH). These services include guidance related to degree requirements and academic deadlines; assistance with course registration, transfer credit, and advanced standing; scheduling and enrollment for the CPH examination; administration of the MPH public health practice experience; notification of school-wide information through the CPHFYI (school newsletter); professional development sessions; student development activities; and school-funded scholarship opportunities. Representatives from the office also serve as a liaison between other campus offices to ensure students have a successful experience at UNTHSC College of Public Health.
For additional information or assistance, please contact the Office of Academic Services at 817-735-0489, CPH@unthsc.edu or visit our office in the Carl E. Everett Education and Administration (EAD) building, 7th Floor, Room 716.
UNTHSC College of Public Health requires students to maintain involvement beyond the daily classroom.
Professional Development: Students participate in regular professional development sessions.
Interprofessional Education: UNTHSC students of all programs are participating in interprofessional education activities. These activities bring together students from various disciplines to enable effective collaboration and improve health. IPE events are carried out on a semester basis.
Community Service: “Serve Others First” is one of the values of the UNT Health Science Center. As a school of public health, we strive to live this value and encourage our students to pursue the university’s vision to create solutions for a healthier community. Through community service, our students and staff can lend their time and expertise by promoting health in their respective communities.
Journal Club: Journal clubs are educational meetings where individuals meet regularly to critically evaluate recent articles in the scientific literature. They have often been cited as a bridge between research and practice; they encourage the application of research in practice. They have long been recognized as a means of keeping up to date with the literature, promoting evidence based practices and teaching critical appraisal skills. Critical appraisal is the process of systematically examining research evidence to assess its validity, results, and relevance before using it to inform a decision. Additionally, journal clubs provide an educational space for students and faculty to discuss controversial issues and best practices. Common themes for successful journal clubs seem to be that they are question driven and appraisal focused.
Students will be responsible for sourcing and maintaining a laptop computer during the duration of their program.
The following laptop technology minimums will support your successful work in statistical software. Technology days for software uploading and testing will be scheduled before classes begin for software uploading and testing, in-person for cohort students and virtual (approximately two hours) for online students. Students will receive more information and additional details from CPH Office of Student & Academic Services (CPH@unthsc.edu). Your active participation in a test session during technology week will help ensure readiness for classes on day 1.
CPH Student Technology Minimum Configuration:
- Windows-based laptop (Should not be older than two years)
- Minimum RAM 4 GB preferably 8 GB or up
- Hard Drive 50 GB (free space)
- Processor i3 (minimum)
- Webcam
If you have previously received academic accommodations, we suggest applying for those at the start of your program whether you plan to use while at UNTHSC or not. This will allow for prompt activation should it be needed at a later date.
Explore Fort Worth
If your time at UNTHSC means relocation to Fort Worth, welcome to our vibrant hometown. We encourage our students to take some time to familiarize themselves with their new home. The city of Fort Worth is the 12th largest city in the United States. Learn more about what the great city of Fort Worth has to offer.
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