Des Moines University

Founded in 1898, Des Moines University comprises three colleges offering nine graduate degrees in medicine and the health sciences. As a health sciences university, it is our mission to educate distinctive health professionals committed to patient-centered health promotion and the discovery of knowledge. Degrees offered at DMU include master'ss level anatomy, biomedical sciences, physician assistant studies, health care administration and public health, as well as doctorate level osteopathic medicine, podiatric medicine, physical therapy and post-professional physical therapy.

Master of Public Health & Master of Health Care Administration

The Master of Public Health (MPH) and Master of Health Care Administration (MHA) programs at DMU utilize a practical, problem-based approach. Expert full-time and part-time faculty from the health care community provides a blend of theory and experience. All courses are offered on campus and online.

On Campus courses

On campus courses are offered in a convenient evening and weekend format, allowing many students to remain employed while earning a degree. Evening courses are offered one evening per week, while weekend courses are offered Friday evening & all day Saturday, usually one weekend per month.

Online Courses

You may also choose to earn your degree entirely online! All courses are now offered in online format as well. Some students may choose to take a combination of on campus and online courses to complete their degree, while others may earn a DMU degree while never setting foot on our campus!

Program Strengths

• Average student completes the degree in 2 years
• Flexible enrollment – evening, weekends, online
• Practical application of coursework
• Competency based curriculum
• Expert faculty
• Network of health professionals

We are also pleased to announce that the Master of Public Health program is fully accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH)!

We encourage you to submit a request for more information on the Public Health or Health Care Administration program today!