O'Donnell School of Public Health
The UT Southwestern O'Donnell School of Public Health is built around a simple premise: to engage in rigorous research and outreach that delivers excellence for impact.
We are advancing the nation's health through groundbreaking research and by training a new generation of leaders who can respond to emerging public health needs. Read Full Overview
Degree Programs
We are now accepting applications for the M.P.H. and Ph.D. programs.
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OSPH has grown rapidly and now includes a multidisciplinary team of 48 primary faculty members, 35 scholars with secondary appointments, and 75 staff members who conduct research and prepare the next generation of professionals to address major public health challenges. The school is poised to grow further in a short period of time. We are currently looking for exemplary faculty and staff to join our team!
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Launch ExperienceMessage from the Founding Dean

“Excellence for impact is the cornerstone of the O’Donnell School of Public Health. It is our commitment to our communities that drives us to utilize the best available evidence, be it through education, policy change, or clinical care. Therefore, OSPH is dedicated to providing world-class training and creating an environment conducive to excellence, mentorship, and meaningful collaboration among cohorts of talented individuals who share our passion for making a difference.”
Advancing Research
The O’Donnell School of Public Health trains the next generation of experts who can identify, predict, and address wide-scale health problems before they occur—and quickly respond to public health emergencies as they arise.Our current total research funding is $65 million – with most research funding coming from NIH, CDC, CPRIT, and philanthropic foundations.
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