MS in Infection Control & Prevention

Students enrolled in Drexel University’s online Infection Prevention and Control Master’s Degree lay the groundwork for a career addressing infectious disease processes, surveillance, and safe public health and health care environments.

This degree is offered fully online, providing qualified students and working professionals the chance to earn their MS in Infection Prevention and Control regardless of time and physical location restrictions. This program is intended to prepare students for frontline and leadership positions in the infection prevention and control field.

Program Features

45 quarter credits
No GRE required
Learn from Drexel Dornsife School of Public Health faculty members who are experts in the field
100% online, with no residency component
The Drexel University Dornsife School of Public Health is fully accredited by the Council for Education in Public Health (CEPH), and is the highest ranked school of public health in the Philadelphia area
Credits from the Drexel Dornsife online Certificate in Infectious Disease Prevention and Control may be transferred into the MS in Infection Prevention and Control

Why Earn a Master’s in Infection Prevention and Control From Drexel?

Master’s degrees specializing in Infection Prevention and Control in a hospital setting are uncommon, and online programs as accessible as Drexel’s even more so.

Well-positioned thanks to our field-expert collaborations and capstone experience where students apply learned concepts to infection prevention challenges, this innovative program prepares students for success in various public health careers.

What Will Students Learn in The Online MS In Infection Prevention and Control Program?

Coursework for this online degree program is aimed at teaching you core competencies of infection prevention and control such as:

Infectious disease processes
Epidemiological concepts
Patient and healthcare professional safety
Prevention and control of infectious agents in the healthcare setting
Principles related to a safe environment of care
Surveillance in the healthcare setting

Related Programs

Drexel University offers a variety of Graduate Minors that can be added to any master's degree program.
State restrictions may apply to some programs.

Curriculum

This program is organized into four 10-week quarters per year (as opposed to the traditional two semester system) which means you can take more courses in a shorter time period.

Required Courses
BST 571	Introduction to Biostatistics	3.0
EOH 564	Safety in Healthcare	3.0
EOH 580	Fundamentals of Industrial Hygiene	3.0
EOH 650	Microbes in Public Health Practice I: Overview of Bacterial Pathogens	3.0
EOH 651	Microbes in Public Health Practice II: Overview of Viral and Other Pathogens	3.0
EOH 653	Environment of Care	3.0
EOH 655	Infection Prevention and Control in the Healthcare Environment	3.0
EOH 656	Surveillance of Healthcare Associated Infections	3.0
EPI 569	Disease Outbreak Investigations	3.0
EPI 570	Introduction to Epidemiology	3.0
PBHL 501	Introduction to Public Health	0.0
Capstone Courses
EOH 698	Infection Prevention and Control Capstone I	1.5
EOH 699	Infection Prevention and Control Capstone II	1.5
Elective Courses		12.0
Total Credits		45.0

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Admissions Criteria

Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university, or an equivalent international institution
- Course work in biology and/or health sciences such as (cell biology, immunology, microbiology)
GPA of at least 3.0 preferred

Those with a lower GPA are encouraged to apply, and should highlight the following in their personal statement: relevant work experience, professional certifications, and/or continuing education that demonstrates academic excellence

Standardized Test Scores are NOT required
- However, you may choose to submit scores to strengthen your application

Required Documents

With multiple ways to submit documents, Drexel makes it easy to complete your application. Learn more by visiting our supporting document submission guide.

A completed application
Official transcripts from all universities or colleges and other post-secondary educational institutions attended (including trade schools)
Two professional letters of recommendation (academic or professional)
Resume
Essay of approximately 500 words discussing your interest in public health, current career goals, and why you are interested in Drexel University
Additional requirements for International Students

Transfer Credit Opportunities

If you're considering transferring into this online program, you may be eligible to transfer up to 15 graduate-level quarter credits. Learn more about Drexel Dornsife’s transfer requirements and guidelines.

Computer Requirements

Working knowledge of and access to a personal computer (no more than 4 years old), high-speed connection to the Internet, and Microsoft Office applications.

Tuition

The tuition rate for the academic year 2023-2024 is $1002 per credit. (A 25% tuition savings off Drexel's regular tuition rate of $1335 per credit)

For the academic year 2023-2024, students enrolled in an online graduate academic program will be charged a graduate online program fee of $125 per year.

This program is eligible for Financial Aid.
Special tuition rates available for Drexel University Alumni, Military members, and members of our Partner Organizations

These rates apply only to new online students and students being readmitted.
Tuition rates are subject to increase with the start of each academic year in the fall term.
All students must contact applyDUonline@drexel.edu within the first two weeks of the term to request tuition savings for which they qualify.
Special rates cannot be combined. If you qualify for more than one special rate, you'll be given the one with the largest savings.
When receiving special tuition plans with Drexel University Online, you may not combine them with other tuition benefits that may be available from Drexel University.

Academic Calendar

2023-2024 Academic Year

Term

Classes Begin

Classes End

Exams Begin

Exams End

Fall 2023

September 26, 2023

December 9, 2023

December 11, 2023

December 16, 2023

Winter 2024

January 8, 2024

March 16, 2024

March 18, 2024

March 23, 2024

Spring 2024

April 1, 2024

June 8, 2024

June 10, 2024

June 15, 2024

Summer 2024

June 24, 2024

August 31, 2024

September 3, 2024

September 7, 2024

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Online Master’s in Infection Prevention and Control