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The Master of Science in Global Health (MScGH) degree program at NUNM was specially designed for those seeking to understand the complexity of global health issues, and those who want to find meaningful solutions to improving health and health equity for all people.
The MScGH program combines public health with traditional world medicine, providing a whole-systems approach to this field. Coursework investigates multidisciplinary solutions to difficult health issues, with an emphasis on health disparities and social justice. Fieldwork allows our students to apply their skills to develop real-world experience with current global health challenges and opportunities.
The MScGH program closely aligns with NUNM’s core programs of naturopathic and Chinese medicine, which have global origins.
Our students are trained to view a broader context of health and medicine rooted in integrative medicine. The global health program prepares professionals who want to improve the health and well-being of diverse populations worldwide through practice, research and policy.
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The Master of Science in Global Health program may be taken concurrently with the following programs.
Completion of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university or its foreign equivalent
A GPA of 3.0 or higher (strongly recommended)
Prerequisite courses are designed to ensure entering students are academically prepared for the curriculum of the program. Prerequisite courses may be substituted with comparable coursework if the learning objectives are met at the determination of the Admissions Committee, utilizing the evaluation procedures set by that committee.
General Biology | 1 | Science-major/pre-med level preferred. |
Mathematics | 1 | Must be statistics (preferred) or college algebra. |
Social Science | 1 | Any course from the following disciplines: psychology, public health, sociology, anthropology |
A grade of C or better is required for all prerequisite coursework. Candidates may apply while in progress.
Applicants are required to submit essays to be considered for admission. Essays provide applicants the opportunity to share their background, abilities, interests and experiences, and how these will make them a good candidate for the programs at NUNM. Applicants should share some personal experiences and genuine thoughts in their essays. Explaining why you are applying to NUNM and how you would enrich that community is also helpful. The Admissions Committee will look for writing ability, as well as content when reading the essays.
A chronological resume of work, educational, and volunteer experience. Include work experience, internships, research, activities, publications, community service, and any honors/awards received.
Please share what interests you about this program, why you believe you’re a good match for the program, and what you hope to do in the future with this degree.
Credits | 35 |
---|---|
Cost/Credit | $487 |
Tuition | $17,045 |
Fees** | $550 |
Total | $17,595 |
* The prices listed above reflect an estimate based on the 2022-2023 academic year.
** Click the dollar amount to see an itemized list of fees for the MScGH program.
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Completion of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university or its foreign equivalent
A GPA of 3.0 or higher (strongly recommended)
Prerequisite courses are designed to ensure entering students are academically prepared for the curriculum of the program. Prerequisite courses may be substituted with comparable coursework if the learning objectives are met at the determination of the Admissions Committee, utilizing the evaluation procedures set by that committee.
Biological Sciences | 2 | Science-major level. Competencies may be met through courses such as: cell biology, anatomy, physiology, microbiology, genetics, botany, etc. Content should cover cell biology. Lab work required. |
Chemical Sciences | 4 | Science-major level. Two sequential courses in both general and organic chemistry; biochemistry may serve as a substitute for one organic chemistry course. Lab work required for the general chemistry series. |
General Physics | 1 | |
Mathematics | 1 | Must be in algebra, calculus, or statistics. |
English Composition | 1 | |
Psychology | 1 | Any general psychology course 100-level or higher. |
Social Sciences & Humanities | 2 | Courses in the areas of anthropology, archaeology, economics, geography, history, law, linguistics, politics, psychology, sociology art, religion, philosophy, literature, music and other related fields will satisfy this requirement. |
A grade of C or better is required for all prerequisite coursework. Candidates may apply while in progress.
Applicants are required to submit essays to be considered for admission. Essays provide applicants the opportunity to share their background, abilities, interests and experiences, and how these will make them a good candidate for the programs at NUNM. Applicants should share some personal experiences and genuine thoughts in their essays. Explaining why you are applying to NUNM and how you would enrich that community is also helpful. The Admissions Committee will look for writing ability, as well as content when reading the essays.
A chronological resume of work, educational, and volunteer experience. Include work experience, internships, research, activities, publications, community service, and any honors/awards received.
Please write a 2–3 page personal statement, which should include: the development of your decision to become a naturopathic physician or CCM practitioner; recent steps taken to further explore this career path; qualities and/or attributes you might bring to NUNM that might distinguish you from other applicants.
While you might not choose to ultimately practice as a primary care physician, you will be trained as such at NUNM and will be expected to work with all patients without bias or discrimination. Please discuss how you anticipate dealing with the following situations while you are a student at NUNM: a) Providing healthcare to patients who may differ from you in terms of gender identity, religion, political viewpoints, race, sexual orientation, etc. b) Providing treatments that you may have conflicting personal beliefs around but are necessary parts of your naturopathic education, including but not limited to administration of immunizations, pharmaceutical drugs, homeopathy, hormone therapies for patients undergoing gender transitions, etc.
Please share what interests you about this program, why you believe you’re a good match for the program, and what you hope to do in the future with this degree.
Credits | 82.71 |
---|---|
Cost/Credit | $487 |
Tuition | $40,280 |
Fees** | $1,065 |
Total | $41,345 |
* The prices listed above reflect an estimate based on the 2022-2023 academic year.
** Click the dollar amount to see an itemized list of fees for the ND program.
The above tuition numbers reflect only the cost of the primary program (Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine). Concurrent degree plans are established individually and each term is priced accordingly. The credit hour fee is consistent across all graduate programs.
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Completion of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university or its foreign equivalent
A GPA of 3.0 or higher (strongly recommended)
Prerequisite courses are designed to ensure entering students are academically prepared for the curriculum of the program. Prerequisite courses may be substituted with comparable coursework if the learning objectives are met at the determination of the Admissions Committee, utilizing the evaluation procedures set by that committee.
General Biology | 1 | Science-major level preferred with lab; cellular biology recommended. |
General Chemistry | 1 | Science-major level preferred with lab. |
Physics | 1 | Must include mechanics. |
Mathematics | 1 | Must be statistics (preferred) or college algebra. |
Psychology | 1 | Any general psychology course 100-level or higher |
Humanities | 1 | Courses in the areas of art, religion, philosophy, literature, music, and other related fields will satisfy this requirement. |
Social Science | 1 | Any course from the following disciplines: psychology, public health, sociology, anthropology |
A grade of C or better is required for all prerequisite coursework. Candidates may apply while in progress.
Applicants are required to submit essays to be considered for admission. Essays provide applicants the opportunity to share their background, abilities, interests and experiences, and how these will make them a good candidate for the programs at NUNM. Applicants should share some personal experiences and genuine thoughts in their essays. Explaining why you are applying to NUNM and how you would enrich that community is also helpful. The Admissions Committee will look for writing ability, as well as content when reading the essays.
A chronological resume of work, educational, and volunteer experience. Include work experience, internships, research, activities, publications, community service, and any honors/awards received.
Please write a 2–3 page personal statement, which should include: the development of your decision to become a naturopathic physician or CCM practitioner; recent steps taken to further explore this career path; qualities and/or attributes you might bring to NUNM that might distinguish you from other applicants.
Please discuss the specific factors that drew you to apply to the DAcCHM Classical Chinese Medicine program at NUNM.
Please share what interests you about this program, why you believe you’re a good match for the program, and what you hope to do in the future with this degree.
Credits | 58.5 |
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Cost/Credit | $487 |
Tuition | $28,490 |
Fees** | $1,655 |
Total | $30,145 |
* The prices listed above reflect an estimate based on the 2022-2023 academic year.
** Click the dollar amount to see an itemized list of fees for the DAcCHM program.
The above tuition numbers reflect only the cost of the primary program (Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine). Concurrent degree plans are established individually and each term is priced accordingly. The credit hour fee is consistent across all graduate programs.
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Completion of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university or its foreign equivalent
A GPA of 3.0 or higher (strongly recommended)
Prerequisite courses are designed to ensure entering students are academically prepared for the curriculum of the program. Prerequisite courses may be substituted with comparable coursework if the learning objectives are met at the determination of the Admissions Committee, utilizing the evaluation procedures set by that committee.
General Biology | 1 | Science-major level preferred with lab. |
General Chemistry | 2 | Science-major level preferred with lab. |
Mathematics | 2 | Must be pre-calculus, calculus 1, or statistics. |
English Composition | 1 | |
Social Science | 1 | Any course from the following disciplines: psychology, public health, sociology, anthropology |
A grade of C or better is required for all prerequisite coursework. Candidates may apply while in progress.
Applicants are required to submit essays to be considered for admission. Essays provide applicants the opportunity to share their background, abilities, interests and experiences, and how these will make them a good candidate for the programs at NUNM. Applicants should share some personal experiences and genuine thoughts in their essays. Explaining why you are applying to NUNM and how you would enrich that community is also helpful. The Admissions Committee will look for writing ability, as well as content when reading the essays.
A chronological resume of work, educational, and volunteer experience. Include work experience, internships, research, activities, publications, community service, and any honors/awards received.
Please share what interests you about this program, why you believe you’re a good match for the program, and what you hope to do in the future with this degree.
Please speak to your career goals, background in research or research-related interests, and what interests you about integrative medicine research.
Credits | 35 |
---|---|
Cost/Credit | $487 |
Tuition | $17,045 |
Fees** | $550 |
Total | $17,595 |
* The prices listed above reflect an estimate based on the 2022-2023 academic year.
** Click the dollar amount to see an itemized list of fees for the MScGH program.
The above tuition numbers reflect only the cost of the primary program (Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine). Concurrent degree plans are established individually and each term is priced accordingly. The credit hour fee is consistent across all graduate programs.
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Completion of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university or its foreign equivalent
A GPA of 3.0 or higher (strongly recommended)
Prerequisite courses are designed to ensure entering students are academically prepared for the curriculum of the program. Prerequisite courses may be substituted with comparable coursework if the learning objectives are met at the determination of the Admissions Committee, utilizing the evaluation procedures set by that committee.
General Biology | 1 | Science-major/pre-med level preferred. |
General Chemistry | 1 | Science-major level preferred with lab. |
Physics | 1 | Must include mechanics. |
Mathematics | 1 | Must be statistics (preferred) or college algebra. |
Psychology | 1 | Any general psychology course 100-level or higher |
Humanities | 1 | Courses in the areas of art, religion, philosophy, literature, music, and other related fields will satisfy this requirement. |
Social Science | 1 | Any course from the following disciplines: psychology, public health, sociology, anthropology |
A grade of C or better is required for all prerequisite coursework. Candidates may apply while in progress.
Applicants are required to submit essays to be considered for admission. Essays provide applicants the opportunity to share their background, abilities, interests and experiences, and how these will make them a good candidate for the programs at NUNM. Applicants should share some personal experiences and genuine thoughts in their essays. Explaining why you are applying to NUNM and how you would enrich that community is also helpful. The Admissions Committee will look for writing ability, as well as content when reading the essays.
A chronological resume of work, educational, and volunteer experience. Include work experience, internships, research, activities, publications, community service, and any honors/awards received.
Please share what interests you about this program, why you believe you’re a good match for the program, and what you hope to do in the future with this degree.
Please write a 2–3 page personal statement, which should include: the development of your decision to become a naturopathic physician or CCM practitioner; recent steps taken to further explore this career path; qualities and/or attributes you might bring to NUNM that might distinguish you from other applicants.
Please discuss the specific factors that drew you to apply to the MAc Classical Chinese Medicine program at NUNM.
Credits | 35 |
---|---|
Cost/Credit | $487 |
Tuition | $17,045 |
Fees** | $550 |
Total | $17,595 |
* The prices listed above reflect an estimate based on the 2022-2023 academic year.
** Click the dollar amount to see an itemized list of fees for the MScGH program.
The above tuition numbers reflect only the cost of the primary program (Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine). Concurrent degree plans are established individually and each term is priced accordingly. The credit hour fee is consistent across all graduate programs.
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Completion of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university or its foreign equivalent
A GPA of 3.0 or higher (strongly recommended)
Prerequisite courses are designed to ensure entering students are academically prepared for the curriculum of the program. Prerequisite courses may be substituted with comparable coursework if the learning objectives are met at the determination of the Admissions Committee, utilizing the evaluation procedures set by that committee.
General Biology | 1 | Human-related biology course required; Anatomy & Physiology strongly recommended. |
General Chemistry | 1 | Biochemistry strongly recommended |
Mathematics | 1 | Algebra or Statistics preferred. |
Psychology | 1 | Any general psychology course 100-level or higher |
Social Science | 1 | Any course from the following disciplines: psychology, public health, sociology, anthropology |
A grade of C or better is required for all prerequisite coursework. Candidates may apply while in progress.
Applicants are required to submit essays to be considered for admission. Essays provide applicants the opportunity to share their background, abilities, interests and experiences, and how these will make them a good candidate for the programs at NUNM. Applicants should share some personal experiences and genuine thoughts in their essays. Explaining why you are applying to NUNM and how you would enrich that community is also helpful. The Admissions Committee will look for writing ability, as well as content when reading the essays.
A chronological resume of work, educational, and volunteer experience. Include work experience, internships, research, activities, publications, community service, and any honors/awards received.
Speaking to your background in nutrition, interests, and philosophy around nutrition, please share how you plan to use nutrition in your career.
Please share what interests you about this program, why you believe you’re a good match for the program, and what you hope to do in the future with this degree.
Credits | 32 |
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Cost/Credit | $487 |
Tuition | $15,584 |
Fees** | $1,085 |
Total | $16,669 |
* The prices listed above reflect an estimate based on the 2022-2023 academic year.
** Click the dollar amount to see an itemized list of fees for the MScN program.
The above tuition numbers reflect only the cost of the primary program (Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine). Concurrent degree plans are established individually and each term is priced accordingly. The credit hour fee is consistent across all graduate programs.
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Completion of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university or its foreign equivalent
A GPA of 3.0 or higher (strongly recommended)
Prerequisite courses are designed to ensure entering students are academically prepared for the curriculum of the program. Prerequisite courses may be substituted with comparable coursework if the learning objectives are met at the determination of the Admissions Committee, utilizing the evaluation procedures set by that committee.
General Biology | 1 | Science-major level preferred with lab; cellular biology recommended. |
General Chemistry | 1 | Science-major level preferred with lab. |
Physics | 1 | Must include mechanics. |
Mathematics | 1 | Must be statistics (preferred) or college algebra. |
Psychology | 1 | Any general psychology course 100-level or higher |
Humanities | 1 | Courses in the areas of art, religion, philosophy, literature, music, and other related fields will satisfy this requirement. |
Social Science | 1 | Any course from the following disciplines: psychology, public health, sociology, anthropology |
A grade of C or better is required for all prerequisite coursework. Candidates may apply while in progress.
Applicants are required to submit essays to be considered for admission. Essays provide applicants the opportunity to share their background, abilities, interests and experiences, and how these will make them a good candidate for the programs at NUNM. Applicants should share some personal experiences and genuine thoughts in their essays. Explaining why you are applying to NUNM and how you would enrich that community is also helpful. The Admissions Committee will look for writing ability, as well as content when reading the essays.
A chronological resume of work, educational, and volunteer experience. Include work experience, internships, research, activities, publications, community service, and any honors/awards received.
Please write a 2–3 page personal statement, which should include: the development of your decision to become a naturopathic physician or CCM practitioner; recent steps taken to further explore this career path; qualities and/or attributes you might bring to NUNM that might distinguish you from other applicants.
Please discuss the specific factors that drew you to apply to the Classical Chinese Medicine program at NUNM.
Please share what interests you about this program, why you believe you’re a good match for the program, and what you hope to do in the future with this degree.
Credits | 45 |
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Cost/Credit | $487 |
Tuition | $21,915 |
Fees** | $1,655 |
Total | $23,570 |
* The prices listed above reflect an estimate based on the 2022-2023 academic year.
** Click the dollar amount to see an itemized list of fees for the MAcCHM program.
The above tuition numbers reflect only the cost of the primary program (Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine). Concurrent degree plans are established individually and each term is priced accordingly. The credit hour fee is consistent across all graduate programs.
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