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Master of Science in Epidemiology 100% Online
MSEPI Online Degree Overview
UofL’s 100% online Master of Science in Epidemiology (MSEPI) is designed as a terminal degree that prepares students for an epidemiology career and/or for their PhD in Public Health Sciences with a specialization in epidemiology.
Through a combination of coursework in epidemiologic theory, study design and skill-based practical methods, research, biostatistics and software programming in SAS and R, students learn how to analyze epidemiologic data and interpret findings, which is crucial for understanding and controlling diseases.
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Application Deadlines
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Check out typical application deadlines for the MSEPI online degree program at UofL:
| Preferred Deadline | Term | Start Date |
| July 1 | Fall | August |
Note: We admit students on a rolling basis. The preferred deadlines help you complete the application process on time, be notified of acceptance and enroll before the term begins. We review applications as they become complete and admit students for a specific term up to the day classes start. We recommend you work on and submit your complete application well in advance of the preferred deadline, as obtaining transcripts and other materials required for acceptance may take more time.
MSEPI Online Degree Highlights
- Learn to design epidemiologic research and apply advanced methods for data collection, management and analysis
- Evaluate and explain the evolving paradigms of epidemiological theory, study design and their impact on public health and medical sciences
- Formulate epidemiological research questions and testable hypotheses using evidence-based approaches
- Integrate cross-disciplinary knowledge from molecular to population levels to make appropriate causal inferences
- Gain experience from leaders in the epidemiology field who also teach our 100% online courses
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"This program produces well-rounded epidemiologists with practical skills, poised for employment in academic settings as study coordinators and in a wide range of industries including insurance and pharmaceutical companies, nonprofit research institutes, clinical research and the public health workforce."
Epidemiology Job Outlook
The employment outlook for professionals with an advanced degree in epidemiology continues to expand rapidly. According to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics, employment of epidemiologists is projected to grow 16% from 2024 to 2034, which is much faster than the average for all occupations (bls.gov). Additionally, the median annual salary for epidemiologists in 2024 was $83,930.
| Job Growth Projection | Median Annual Salary | Yearly Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| 16% by 2034 | $83,930 | 12,300 |
UofL’s Epidemiology master’s program prepares students to investigate patterns of disease, identify risk factors and apply evidence-based approaches to protect population health. Designed for aspiring and early-career epidemiologists, public health professionals and those planning for doctoral study, this degree emphasizes applied research, analytical rigor and real-world relevance. Students develop the skills needed to design studies, analyze epidemiologic data and translate findings into meaningful public health action.
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