Consider pursing a Master of Public Health at St. John’s University!

As the global community faces potential pandemics, HIV/AIDS, and other disasters, the national community faces staggering rates of non-communicable diseases, increasing health care costs, and health disparities. As such, the Public Health program at St. John’s University - the first of its kind in Queens, NY - was created to address this urgent need and demand for public health professionals.

What is Public Health? Public health protects and improves the health of individuals, families, communities, and populations both locally and globally. Those in the public health field help to solve some of the world’s most pressing health problems.

Public health professionals preform an array of essential services, ranging from evaluating population-based health services to developing programs to promote health and prevent disease. The program at St. John’s University works to address poverty and social injustice by empowering individuals to work with local and global communities to improve health and protect the public.

Career outcomes vary based on the discipline and setting, see below for some examples:

Graduate admission at St. John’s University is competitive and selective. Admission to the Master of Public Health (MPH) program in the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences is based on an applicant's academic record, recommendation letters, GRE scores and other factors that reflect a student's academic potential and motivation for successful graduate study. For additional information on admission requirements and the program overall - please visit our website.

The graduate schools at St. John’s University in New York City offer more than 60 graduate degree and professional certificate programs in five acclaimed colleges, a School of Law, and institute dedicated solely to the growing field of biotechnology. Our highly competitive advanced degree programs will challenge you to become the very best you can possibly be!

Tips for Writing a Personal Statement for Graduate School

While you can’t change your GPA and final exam scores, you do have complete control over the contents of your personal statement. With so many applicants and limited spots, it’s crucial to persuade your readers that you will fit their program given your professional and scholarly accomplishments, interests, and goals. But how?

Here's a few tips that can help you do just that:

Just start writing - Sure you want to have an intriguing and attention grabbing first sentence, but you don’t want to dwell for so long you induce writer’s block. Either make an outline or just start free writing. Once you get through the bulk of your statement, head back to the beginning to perfect your introduction.

Highlight your goals as a scholar - Personal statements should not be an autobiography, but rather an overview of your journey as a scholar in your chosen field. Be sure to articulate your reasons for selecting your career path, describe the courses, professors, articles, internships, or other research that has helped shape your aspirations.

One size doesn’t fit all - Remember, while programs and curriculum's may be similar, each institution has its own mission, values, and faculty. Be sure to include what in particular drove you to apply - was it the research interests of a professor or an emphasis on a particular characteristic of the program?

Use concrete examples - Provide examples from recent presentations, research assignments, and employment experiences to demonstrate your motivation and capacity to succeed in the program. Research experience in particular is valuable as you likely will need to immerse yourself in this activity during your graduate studies.

Carefully proofread and refine the essay - Be meticulous! Proofread your essay very carefully, poor grammar and the wrong use of language stick out like a soar thumb to an admissions officer. Adhere to the stated word limits and express yourself clearly and concisely.

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The graduate schools at St. John’s University in New York City offer more than 60 graduate degree and professional certificate programs in five acclaimed colleges, a School of Law, and institute dedicated solely to the growing field of biotechnology. Our highly competitive advanced degree programs will challenge you to become the very best you can possibly be!

Consider a Master of Science in School Psychology

In a response to the growing need for school psychologists to ensure the safety and mental health of our children, the field of school psychology is flourishing - especially for those holding graduate degrees. Prepare yourself for this thriving field by pursing a Master of Science in School Psychology Program here at St. John's University!

Completion of the 66-credit Master of Science program in School Psychology at our Queens and Oakdale Long Island campuses qualifies students for a provisional New York State certificate that authorizes practice as a school psychologist. After the graduate completes two years of work experience, they receive a permanent certificate in the field of pupil personnel service.

Both a general track and a bilingual track of study are offered at full or part time schedules. For the detailed course schedules and admission information, please visit our website »

The graduate schools at St. John’s University in New York City offer more than 60 graduate degree and professional certificate programs in five acclaimed colleges, a School of Law, and institute dedicated solely to the growing field of biotechnology. Our highly competitive advanced degree programs will challenge you to become the very best you can possibly be!

Is Grad School Right for You?

You may be in a place right now where you are reconsidering options for your future. Perhaps even with your four-year degree, you are feeling unfulfilled in your career and your educational background. As such, you may start to feel the temptations of pursuing grad school - and these temptations can be overwhelming.

You already know the advantages of a graduate degree - the opportunity to advance your career or change career paths altogether, make a higher salary, have time for personal growth and development, etc. But how will you manage time between work, school, and everyday life? Is it even worth it? Spoiler alert, in most cases a master’s degree or PhD is well worth the challenge.

Like everything else, graduate studies may not be right for everyone - but if it is right for you, the following will likely apply:

• You have a clear set of goals and you feel like grad school can help you in achieving them
• While it may be difficult, you feel you have the necessary time and energy to devote to graduate studies. **Extremely important for full time employees, but it should also be noted that with the proper planning, working full time while pursing a grad degree IS possible!
• You are passionate about the subject or subjects you plan on studying - not necessarily crucial, but it’ll certainly help in getting through the workload.
• You tend to thrive in academic environments, regardless of how long its been since you’ve been in school

If the above checks out, it’s time to get started! Consider how you want to earn your degree, full time or part time, in person, online, or abroad.

The graduate schools at St. John’s University in New York City offer more than 60 graduate degree and professional certificate programs in five acclaimed colleges, a School of Law, and institute dedicated solely to the growing field of biotechnology. You have the option to earn your master’s degree, doctoral degree, or professional certificate online, in New York, or in Rome.

For more information, please give us a call at 718-990-2000 or visit us on the web!

QS World Grad School Tour - European Dates

Director of Graduate Admission, Robert Medrano, is visiting several places this month. His first stop was Taiwan and now onto Europe for the QS World Grad School Tour!

If you are thinking about undertaking a Masters or PhD and need to understand the admissions process, the requirements, and the benefits - then the QS World Grad School Tour is meant for you; a global series of events where admissions officers from the world’s top grad schools want to meet you and explain all of this.

Find St. John’s University this week at:

• Milan, Italy - March 3rd, 5p - 8p
• Rome, Italy - March 5th, 5p - 8p
• Athens, Greece - March 7th, 5p - 8p
• Thessaloniki, Greece - March 10th, 5p - 8p

Wondering where St. John’s Office of Graduate Admission will be next? Find Us on the Road here »

The graduate schools at St. John’s University in New York City offer more than 60 graduate degree and professional certificate programs in five acclaimed colleges, a School of Law, and institute dedicated solely to the growing field of biotechnology. Our highly competitive advanced degree programs will challenge you to become the very best you can possibly be. Explore our website to learn more about earning your master’s degree, doctoral degree, or professional certificate online, in New York or in Rome.

Graduate Programs in New York - SJU

Located in New York City, St. John’s University offers over 60 graduate degree and professional certificate programs in five acclaimed colleges, a School of Law, and an institute dedicated solely to the growing field of biotechnology. All of our graduate programs are taught by our world-class faculty, in beautiful, modern facilities.

Whether you’re looking to get to the next level in your current career or lay the foundation to start a new one, St. John’s highly competitive advanced degree programs will challenge you to become the very best you can possibly be.

For more information, please give us a call at 718-990-2000 or visit us on the web at http://www.stjohns.edu/GoGrad