Admissions Open House for Graduate Programs

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Saturday, November 7, 2026

Lecture Center Podium, UAlbany Uptown Campus (1400 Washington Avenue, Albany, NY 12222).

Whether your interests lie in improving health outcomes, advancing social justice, conducting research, influencing policy, or serving communities, UAlbany offers graduate programs designed to help you achieve your goals. At the Open House, you'll learn about:

Public Health Programs: MPH, MS, PhD, DrPH, and graduate certificates. Topics include epidemiology, biostatistics, environmental health, health policy, behavioral sciences, public health practice, biomedical sciences, and more. 

Social Welfare Programs: MSW, Advanced Standing MSW, career pathways in social work, advocacy, community practice, and leadership. 

You'll also learn how our partnerships with community organizations and the New York State Department of Health provide exceptional opportunities for hands-on learning and professional development. Bring your questions. 

We're here to help you find the program that's right for you. 

Schedule of Events

Registration (8:45 a.m. - 9:25 a.m.)

  • Check-in and refreshments

Welcome (9:30 a.m. - 9:50 a.m.)

  • Welcome presentation

Session 1 (Choose one option below to attend, 10 a.m. - 10:50 a.m.)

  • School of Social Welfare academic programs
  • Epidemiology and Biostatistics
  • Public Health Practice MPH and PH Certificate
  • Add-on certificate presentations

Session 2 (Choose one option below to attend, 11 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.)

  • Social Welfare field placements and student panel
  • Biomedical Sciences
  • Environmental Health Sciences
  • Health Policy, Management and Behavior
  • Add-on certificate presentations

Session 3 (12 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.)

Arrival & Check-In

Upon arrival, please proceed to the Lecture Center for check-in. The Lecture Center is clearly marked on the Uptown Campus Map.

Parking & Transportation

Free parking is available in Lot 25, adjacent to the State Quad Commuter Student Lot. Please refer to the UAlbany Campus Map for parking locations and campus directions. 

If traveling by public transportation, CDTA routes #910 and #114 stop at the Campus Center, while routes #10 and #12 stop at Collins Circle. 

Visitors requiring overnight accommodation can find nearby hotel options through Discover Albany.  UAlbany’s Uptown Campus is located at 1400 Washington Avenue, Albany, NY 12222