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Online MS in Epidemiology
Uncover the Patterns That Shape Public Health
36 credit hours
Complete at your own pace with fully asynchronous coursework
Looking out for the well-being of your community means paying attention to the smallest determinants of health and disease. You can learn how to identify, analyze and evaluate key patterns in public health with a Master of Science (MS) in Epidemiology from Augusta University Online.
The online MS in Epidemiology empowers you to study your passion in public health, with a range of elective topics to choose from and an interdisciplinary research project of your design. Our flexible and accessible program allows you to conduct public health research wherever you are, and there’s no need to put your career on pause.
Are you ready to understand the data behind public health trends? Get started at AU Online.
Learn to Investigate the Factors Driving Health and Disease
What You’ll Learn
The online MS in Epidemiology curriculum includes courses spanning infectious and chronic diseases, biostatistics, health informatics, data analysis and public policy analysis, preparing you with the knowledge to conduct and apply meaningful research in an area of public health that matters to you most.
Core epidemiology courses provide a solid foundation for your public health research, equipping you with skills such as:
- Identifying, gathering and interpreting epidemiologic data
- Designing, conducting and analyzing studies and controlled trials
- Applying statistical techniques to analyze and interpret health science data
- Selecting study subjects, determining data quality and maximizing participation
Career Outlook
Designed for recent graduates and current professionals across academic and health care settings, you can hone your research abilities and applied epidemiology knowledge, leading to roles in academic research, federal government and public health agencies — without putting your life on hold.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects the demand for epidemiologists to increase by 16 percent between 2024 and 2034 — much faster than the average for all occupations in the U.S. The median annual salary for epidemiologists was $83,980 as of May 2024, according to the BLS.
Explore potential earnings in top-employing industries for epidemiology roles.*
Median Annual Salary: $80,640
State Government (Excluding Education and Hospitals)
Median Annual Salary: $79,640
Colleges, Universities and Professional Schools (State Level)
*Salary data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2024
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The Augusta Connection
Students can engage with a strong network of faculty, peers and partnerships — and access resources from the only public academic medical center in Georgia.
Experience the AU Online Difference
As a student in the program, you’ll complete core courses and electives online with no set class times, allowing you to balance your coursework with your responsibilities outside of school.
The program structure promotes meaningful interactions with professors from different schools and departments at Augusta University Online, allowing you to get hands-on, one-on-one training in topics of interest from subject matter experts.
AU Online ranks in the top 5 percent for increased economic mobility for low- and moderate-income students, according to the Economic Mobility Index, a tool created by the Third Way think tank.
About Augusta University Online
Augusta University Online brings the tight-knit community experience found on campus to students across the country. Small class sizes, engaged professors, strong relationships with a multitude of professional organizations and valuable input from subject matter experts across industries allow our graduate degrees to provide students with individualized attention and practical, real-world skills. One of the country’s top universities for improving economic outcomes for low- and moderate-income graduates, AU Online gives students a truly transformative degree experience that allows them to make a profound impact on their lives.
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Scientific Research and Development Services
Median Annual Salary: $130,390
Online MPA Tuition Rate
Augusta University Online is proud to give students the opportunity to earn a high-value education at an affordable cost with one of the most affordable online tuition rates in the U.S.
| Credit Hours | Cost per Credit | Fees | Total Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36 | $236 per credit hour in-state $822 per credit hour out-of-state & $838 out-of-country |
$393 per semester | $8,496 + fees (in-state) |
$405 per credit hour for in-state students*
*Out-of-state tuition is $1,193 per credit hour and out-of-country tuition is $1,228 per credit hour.
Hospitals: State, Local and Private
Median Annual Salary: $99,690
Local Government (Excluding Education and Hospitals)
Median Annual Salary: $76,180
Personalized Mentorship
Upon acceptance into the MS in Epidemiology program, students are paired with a faculty advisor who remains with them throughout the program to assist with course planning and provide guidance for their applied, research-based capstone project.
