The mission of the Department of Health Studies (DHS) is to educate and empower future leaders in the field to improve the health status and wellbeing of individuals, communities, organizations, and societies. This mission is achieved through innovative education, transformational research, creative partnerships, and policy-change advocacy. Health issues are of universal interest and relevance, transcending the boundaries of race, religion, culture and national origin.

Degree Programs & Careers

• BS Health Promotion
• BA & BS Public Health
• Public Health 3-Year Scholars
• Combined Bachelor's/Master's
• MS Health Promotion Management
• MS Health Promotion Management (Online)
• Nutrition Education MS (Online)

Our graduates put their expertise to work promoting health outcomes, policy, and research locally, nationally, and globally. Here are just a few recent examples of alums' career paths:

• Research Associate at National Institute of Health
• Nutrition Educator at Maryland Snap-Ed
• Program Associate at Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids
• Wellness Coordinator at NFL Players Association
• Assistant Fitness Director at Sport & Health
• Health Communications Specialist at USAID
• Senior Director, Customer Engagement at Cigna
• Research Associate at Walter Reed Army Institute of Research
• Lifestyle Educator at Kaiser Permanente
• Education Specialist at the Capitol Area Food Bank