Application Instructions
Whether you’re returning to school or advancing your career, our admissions team is here to support you every step of the way.
Application deadlines:
| Semester | Date |
| Fall 2026 | July 15, 2026 |
| Spring 2027 | December 1, 2026 |
| Summer 2027 | May 15, 2027 |
Application Requirements:
- Completion of prerequisite courses and at least 60 credit hours from an accredited college or university
- Cumulative GPA of 2.75
- Unofficial transcript/s from all college/university attended to date
| Prerequisite Courses | Credit Hours |
| Arts | 3 hours |
| English | 6 hours |
| Humanities | 9 hours |
| Mathematics/Statistics | 6 hours |
| Natural Sciences | 12 hours |
| Social Sciences | 9 hours |
| General electives | 15 hours |
Transfer
Designed as a 2+2 program, 60 credit hours earned at another institution will transfer into the Public Health online program. In addition, the School of Public Health allows individuals accepted to the program to transfer a maximum of 9 credits public health course credits completed at another accredited college/university toward the BSPH degree course requirements. Your academic advisor will work with you to determine if and how any prior college credits earned will apply toward your LSUHSC degree.
Transcript Submission
If you have copies of your unofficial transcript(s), please email them to bsph@lsuhsc.edu.
If you need to order electronic transcript(s), select LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans as the institution, and be sure to list Ms. Isabel Billiot by entering her name and email address (ibilli@lsuhsc.edu) when placing your order.
Status of Application
Upon receipt of a completed application, the applicant is notified by LSUHSC-NO School of Public Health, Office of Academic Affairs. The Office of Academic Affairs will also inform applicants of any missing or incomplete documentation. An applicant will not be considered by the admissions committee until the application is complete. It is the applicant’s responsibility to provide all materials by the deadline above.
Tuition
LSU Health New Orleans programs offer competitive, flat-rate tuition with no out-of-state fees, helping you advance your career with predictable, affordable costs.
Tuition & Fees:
| 60 credit hours Total credit hours per program |
$380 Cost per credit hour |
$22,800 Total cost with fees |
LSU Online offers several ways to help you pay for your degree including credit for prior learning (PLA), financial aid, and veteran education benefits. Learn More.