Public Health Frequently Asked Questions
Is Drexel University accredited?
Yes. Drexel University is regionally accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges & Secondary Schools (the same accreditation as Carnegie Mellon, Columbia, Cornell, New York University, Princeton, Yale and the University of Pennsylvania).
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What steps does someone with an international degree take to apply to this program?
In addition to the general admissions requirements, anyone who has been born outside of the United States is required to take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and have an official score report (indicating a minimum score of 550) sent directly from Educational Testing Service (ETS) to Drexel University before their file is evaluated.
TOEFL scores must be less than two years old to be considered. Information regarding the TOEFL can be obtained by contacting:
Educational Testing Service
Princeton, NJ 08541
609-921-9000, or 609-771-7100
http://www.toefl.org
In addition, international students are required to list on their application all schools attended, including primary and secondary schools. Along with your application, you must enclose official transcripts (mark sheets and degree certificates) in your native language and in English from all colleges and graduate/ professional schools that you attended. Do not send transcripts from secondary schools. If your school issues only one transcript for life, you may send a notarized photocopy, bearing the seal on each page.
Applicants are responsible for contacting World Education Service for evaluation of transcripts:
World Education Service, Inc. (WES)
P.O. Box 745
Old Chelsea Station, New York, NY 10113-0745
212-966-6311
http://www.wes.org
Applicants are responsible for supplying all necessary documentation.
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Does Drexel University accept transfer credits into this online certificate program?
No, the School of Public Health does not accept transfer credits into this online certificate program.
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Will I be able to receive financial assistance as a student in this certificate program?
No. Only students in a degree-seeking program are eligible for financial aid. Students in a certificate program do not qualify.
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Are there any on-campus requirements for this certificate program?
No, students will not be required to travel to the Drexel University campus in Philadelphia for this certificate program.
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How many hours per week does a student generally spend on coursework for this program?
Based on student feedback, we have found that generally students spend about 6-9 hours per week on online coursework, readings, and exams.
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Does Drexel University offer any Master's programs in Public Health online?
No, not at this time.
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Are there any available tuition discounts for employees or members of partnering health systems, corporations, or associations?
Yes. Drexel has a large network of partners all over the country who benefit from reduced tuition rates. To find out if your employer or association is one of Drexel's partners, please visit our network of partners webpage. If you are interested in learning how your company or association can become a partner, please fill out the form located at www.drexel.com/partners/partnerinforequest.aspx, call toll-free at 877-215-0009 or email at info@drexel.com.
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