General
Can you send me an Announcement/Prospectus/Brochure in the mail?
In the interest of reducing our environmental impact, we prefer not to mail you our official School of Public Health Announcement. It is available online as a PDF.
Can I attend the School of Public Health part-time?
No. All degree programs are full-time and all classes are held during the daytime.
Can I commute? Are class schedules convenient for out-of-towners?
Most students live in the immediate area (Berkeley, Oakland, San Francisco, etc.), but you may be able to commute from the greater Bay Area. However, it will be difficult to determine the feasibility of commuting before you actually schedule your classes.
What is the School doing in the areas of multiculturalism and diversity?
Director of Diversity, Abby M. Rincón, M.P.H., provides leadership in the development and implementation of a strategic plan for multiculturalism and diversity in the School. To reach the Director of Diversity call (510) 643-7900 or e-mail arincon@berkeley.edu. In addition, the School offers a specialty area in Multicultural Health.
Can I visit the school?
Yes! We will be holding three Pre-Application Advising Sessions in the fall. This is your chance to get information first-hand from our admissions team, our Awards Specialist, and the individual programs and areas of study. All sessions will be held in 150 University Hall will take place on:
September 17 - 9-11 a.m.
October 7 and November 4, 2009 - 3:30-5:30 p.m.
We will also host an annual Public Health Conference for Prospective Students on October 16, 2009. This all day conference will give you more insight into what our programs are like, what careers are available to public health graduates, the application process, and options for funding and financial aid. You will be able to speak with current students, alumni, faculty, and staff. RSVP and more information will be forthcoming as the date approaches.
If you cannot join us for one of the events listed above, you can schedule a tour through the Visitor Services web site. In addition, you may consider contacting a staff member from the program to which you hope to apply to schedule an appointment. Contact information is available here.