Undergraduate Essays
We want to get to know you and to learn more about your passion for public health through the application. One way you can express your interest in public health is through two required essays; a Statement of Interest and a Reflective Essay.
Essay Prompts
Statement of Interest
In this essay, explain what you hope to gain from majoring in public health. Limit to 250 words.
Reflective Essay
In the reflective essay, explain your personal motivators and how your personal background will bring a unique perspective to the program. This essay gives you the opportunity to share non-academic components about yourself as an applicant, as well as how you would contribute to a diverse and inclusive community at Michigan Public Health. Consider the following:
- Are there any social identities that have impacted your decision to pursue public health?
- Have certain relationships in your life contributed to your interest in the field?
- How do your personal values and beliefs connect to the field of public health?
The limit for this essay is 250 words.