Online One Health Dual Degree Program for DVM Students
A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) student may choose to pursue a Master of Public
Health (MPH) degree to expand their impact beyond clinical practice and into population
health, epidemiology, and disease prevention. Veterinary medicine and public health
are deeply interconnected, particularly in areas such as zoonotic diseases, food safety,
environmental health, and global health initiatives.
An MPH provides DVM students with a broader understanding of how animal health influences human health, equipping them with the skills to work in government agencies, research institutions, policy development, and public health organizations. This dual-degree pathway, especially through the One Health approach, prepares veterinarians to address complex health challenges that span across species and ecosystems, making them valuable contributors to interdisciplinary health solutions worldwide.
Application Requirements:
- Acceptance by the LSU School of Veterinary Medicine
- The deadline to apply to the LSU School of Public Health for the dual degree program is May 1
- MPH application form, including:
- Signed Release of Admissions Records from LSU School of Social Work OR Veterinary Medicine
- Statement stating “Why You Wish to Pursue an MPH Degree”
- Copy of Letter of Acceptance from the LSU School of Veterinary Medicine
All pieces must be submitted prior to May 1 on the LSU School of Public Health’s Application Portal
For application questions:
Isabel M. Billiot, M.Ed
Coordinator of Admissions & Student Affairs
ibilli@lsuhsc.edu
(504) 568-5773