Comprehensive Exam Overview
MPH students can register online to take the Certified Public Health (CPH) exam at any time throughout the year, choosing a date that fits their schedule. Passing the exam is a graduation requirement, so students should plan their test date accordingly. As per Graduate School guidelines, students must be enrolled in credit hours during the semester they take the exam. Students must attempt the exam by the department's designated deadline in the semester they plan to graduate. This deadline ensures there’s time for potential scheduling conflicts or exam retakes. Please note that failure to complete and pass the exam may delay graduation.
Prerequisites for the Exam
- PBHLT 6100 Biostatistics 1
- 6300 Epidemiology
- 6400 Public Health Management & Practice
- 6500 Public Health Systems & Services
- 6600 Social and Behavioral Sciences in Public Health
- 6700 Environmental & Biological Science in Public Health
- 6550 Public Health Program Planning, Evaluation, & Implementation
Registration and Resources
To schedule the exam, please contact your academic advisor for a voucher code. Before receiving the voucher, you must submit your practice exam results to your advisor. A screenshot showing the date and time of the exam will suffice. Once your results are reviewed, your advisor will provide you with a one-time voucher code that allows you to take the exam free of charge. Any subsequent attempts will require out-of-pocket payment.
To register for the exam, visit the National Board of Public Health Examiners (NBPHE) website and click on "Apply Now" to complete your Student and Alumni registration. Before you can enter your voucher code for payment, we will need to verify your current status as a student in the Division of Public Health.