Apply to PhD Program

Application Requirements

  • Resume / Curriculum Vitae (CV)

  • Official Transcripts
    • All post-secondary and professional transcripts from each institution attended.

  • Statement of Purpose and Objectives It is your opportunity to inform the faculty reviewers of your qualifications, motivation, and potential to contribute to the field of public health.
    • Describe your academic and/or professional preparation for a career in public health.
    • Your focused interest in the degree program/department or field of study to which you are applying.
    • Career plans upon completion of the program at UTMB School of Public and Population Health.
    • Note any relevant strengths or weaknesses in your background or in your ability to carry out your professional responsibilities.

  • Three (3) Letters of Recommendation - sent electronically via SOPHAS. 
    • You must request LORs from individuals qualified to evaluate your academic and professional performance, ability, motivation, and character. 
    • At least one LOR should come from a current or former professor/instructor.

  • Writing Sample
    • Submit at least one example of your academic writing, which could include any of the following: a peer-reviewed publication term paper for a course, a Master's thesis, or some other scholarly product. You must be the sole or first author.

Additional application requirements for international applicants 

  • World Education Services (WES) In lieu of official transcripts. 
    • iCAP course-by-course evaluation of academic records from institutions outside of the U.S.

  • TOEFL or IELTS (scores must be less than 2 years old). 
    • TOEFL iBT score of 5.0 or higher, or
    • IELTS overall score of 7.0 or higher
    • If English was the primary language of instruction and is listed on WES, you may request a waiver in writing.