Admissions

Milken Institute School of Public Health at the George Washington University seeks students whose academic abilities can successfully meet the demands of a selective, rigorous graduate program.

No GRE Scores Required

Admission to Milken Institute SPH is competitive. If you believe your test scores have the potential to strengthen your application, you may send us your GRE scores.

Scholarship Eligibility

MPH@GW offers tuition scholarships each cohort. Our enrollment specialists are available to answer questions on scholarship opportunities and assist you throughout the entire process.

MPH@GW is offering a tuition scholarship of up to $15,000 to students who are accepted and enrolled into the upcoming cohort. Contact your enrollment specialist for more information.

For questions about the scholarship, application process, or program details, please contact the MPH@GW enrollment team at admissions@publichealthonline.gwu.edu.

Start Dates

MPH@GW offers four program start dates per year, typically in January, April, July and September.

January

April

July

September

Application Deadlines

Applications are now being accepted for the start dates listed below and admissions decisions are made on a rolling basis. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

PROGRAM STARTEARLY PRIORITY DEADLINEPRIORITY DEADLINEAPPLICATION DEADLINE
July 2026
March 12, 2026
April 2, 2026
May 7, 2026

Why Submit Your Application Early?

Applicants who submit an application by a priority deadline will:

  • receive an expedited admissions decision
  • have priority when registering for classes
  • connect with GW faculty and resources sooner
  • become eligible for a $75 application fee waiver

“I would tell them to hurry up and get their application submitted. Applicants will quickly find that the MPH@GW program is rapidly setting the standard for all other MPH programs, online or otherwise.”

Adrienne Buggs, MPH@GW Graduate

Receive Personalized Application Support

From the moment you inquire about MPH@GW, you will have access to a dedicated enrollment specialist who is available to provide guidance and answer any questions you may have about becoming an online student.

Your enrollment specialist can help you:

  • understand funding options such as scholarships and financial aid
  • stay on track by reminding you of important deadlines
  • decide which completion track or elective path is right for you
  • assist with gathering letters of recommendation and transcripts
  • find out if you’re eligible for an application fee waiver

Be sure to contact an enrollment specialist at 855-674-2849 or e-mail. Reach out before submitting your application for more information regarding the application fee waiver.

Apply to MPH@GW With Confidence

Connect with your enrollment specialist today so they can help you submit your best application. You can reach them at 855-674-2849 or e-mail. If you have everything you need, we invite you to start your application today!