Peace Corps Before MPH

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I graduated from college this past may with a BS in Biology. I am considering applying to the Peace Corps, and potentially going for a MPH in Environmental Health afterwards. Any input on whether or not this could work out?

Would grad school except a peace corps volunteer with a BS in Biology for an Environmental Health degree? Thanks in advance for any comments.

 

[Vayu]

You can combine your interest in the Peace corps. and pursuing the MPH degree.

Here is an excerpt from the USF page about this option

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Grad school or Peace Corps – why not do both?

Overview:

The Master's International Peace Corps (MIPC) program is a college-wide program open to all students (excluding international students) within the COPH. MIPC students begin studies on campus, and then serve abroad with the Peace Corps for 27 months before returning to campus to complete graduation requirements for a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree. As an incentive, the College provides tuition and fee waivers for nine credit hours: the required Field Experience - 6 credit hours and the Special Project- 3 credit hours. MIPC students gain significant international practical experience and knowledge working in resource-poor settings, thereby enhancing their marketability for employment upon graduation."

http://health.usf.edu/publichealth/peacecorpsmi.html