1. Begin the Online Application
   Create a username and password to log in to the online application portal. You may complete the application at your own pace and in any order.
2. Add your Resume
   Upload your current resume or curriculum vitae.
3. Request Three Letters of Recommendation
   Add your recommenders’ names and email addresses to the Evaluations tab of the application. Your recommenders will receive an email invitation to submit their recommendations online. You do not need to wait for your recommenders to complete their evaluations in order to submit your application. Your application will automatically update once letters are received.
4. Write a Statement of Purpose
   Write an essay explaining why you are pursuing a Master of Public Health. Write 500–1,000 words addressing the following questions:
   • Why are you interested in pursuing an MPH degree?
   • How will an MPH degree affect or enhance your career aspirations and goals?
5. Request your Official Transcripts from All Previously Attended Postsecondary Institutions (Undergraduate and Graduate)
   Electronic or hard copy transcripts are accepted.
   
   Electronic: Please have electronic transcripts sent to both your email address and etrans@usc.edu. Once you have received the transcripts, upload them to the Academic History section of the application for admissions review purposes.
   
   Hard copy: Please scan and upload your official transcripts directly to the Academic History section of the application portal. Opened, scanned and uploaded transcripts are acceptable for admissions review purposes. Once admitted, you will need to submit electronic transcripts or sealed, official transcripts from your degree-conferring institution to USC.
6. Personal Video (Optional but Strongly Recommended)
   Submit a 2-minute personal statement video answering (3) questions. Please answer the “Interest and Goals” questions and choose one topic from the “Free Choice” questions. Provide a public link to your video. If you prefer to provide a private link, please make sure to include the password.
   
   Interest and Goals: Why are you interested in studying public health? What do you hope to do after you finish your MPH degree?
   
   Free Choice Questions: Who is your hero and why? If you could live anywhere, where would it be and why? What is your biggest fear? If you could, what would you change about yourself? What really makes you angry? What motivates you to work hard? What is your proudest accomplishment? What is your favorite book to read? What makes you laugh the most? What do you want your legacy to be?
7. Submit your Online Application

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