Next Steps for On Campus Students:
Notify us of your enrollment decision
Log in to your University at Albany student application account at admissions.albany.edu/apply/ and complete the Grad Admit Reply Form to let us know whether you accept or decline our offer of admission.
The deadline to notify us of your decision and to submit the enrollment deposit is specified in your acceptance letter. This is a hard deadline for students who have received a scholarship or assistantship.
Pay your enrollment deposit
Submit the $250 enrollment deposit to confirm your admission. The non-refundable deposit will secure your place in the School of Public Health and will be applied toward your first semester tuition payment.
The enrollment deposit is required to activate your matriculated student status and generate your Net ID and Personal Identification number (PIN), which you will need to access university resources and register for classes.
Accepted Students Day / View Recorded Session
Accepted Students Day for fall admission was held on Friday, April 3, 2020. We offered several sessions for students to learn more about the school, internships, and international opportunities, hear from current students, and learn about your program and area of interest from faculty members. You may view the morning sessions by clicking on the link below.
Virtual Accepted Students Day Overview and Student Panel
We are also happy to schedule an individual video conference or phone call with a faculty or staff member. Please contact our admissions team at sphadmissions@albany.edu to arrange a virtual appointment.
International Students only: Obtain your visa
International students must present proof of funding before the University will issue the I-20 documents necessary to obtain a visa. You must submit the Financial Affidavit Form, verifying possession of sufficient funds to cover the cost of tuition, fees, living expenses, books and supplies, approximately $31,000 for a minimum of one academic year. Students planning to bring dependents to the US with them should plan for an additional $4,000 per dependent.
Financial Affidavit Form and instructions
Request express shipping of immigration documents
Please note that the Office of Graduate Admissions will not issue the I-20 documents unless the enrollment deposit has been paid.
Submit required health documents
Complete the required Immunization and Health Information Form and return it to the University Health Center. This form does not require a physician's examination.
This form is not required for students enrolled in the online programs or non-degree students.
Submit your official final transcripts
If you are required to submit an official final transcript, as indicated in your acceptance letter, the final transcript must be sent directly to:
The Graduate School
University at Albany
UAB 121
1400 Washington Avenue
Albany, NY 12222.
Financial aid and funding opportunities
There are many resources available to help with financing your education at the University at Albany. Visit Financial Aid for information on the cost of tuition and fees and how to apply for and accept federal student loans.
Out-of-state US citizens and permanent residents may apply for New York State residency after one year of study to be charged tuition at the in-state rate in the second year of study and beyond. Obtaining residency requires that students take specific steps as soon as they arrive in Albany to demonstrate residency. Visit Student Accounts to find out what is required to obtain New York State residency.
Visit Financing Your Degree to view the list of scholarships offered by the School of Public Health. Accepted students selected to receive one of these scholarship will be notified by email of the award. A few exceptions are the Janet D. Perloff adn the Public Health Leaders of Tomorrow scholarships, which requires separate applications submitted directly by eligible students.
Register for classes
Students who have submitted the enrollment deposit may contact their department directly to obtain advisement. Your department will assign an academic advisor to assist with academic planning. Please contact the administrative manager in your academic department with questions regarding the program, advisement, and registration.
| Department | Administrative Manager | |
| Biomedical Sciences | Anthony Torres | atorres@albany.edu |
| Environmental Health Sciences | Rebecca McCarthy | rmccarthy3@albany.edu |
| Epidemiology and Biostatistics | Nikki Malachowski | nmalachowski@albany.edu |
| Health Policy, Management and Behavior | Linda Gauvain-McNulty | lgauvain-mcnulty@albany.edu |
| Population Medicine | Irina Khmelnitsky | ikhmelnitsky@albany.edu |
Find housing and roommates
Students are encouraged to review the Off Campus Housing Guide provided by International Student and Scholar Services, to prepare for arrival in Albany.
Listings of available off-campus housing are also maintained in the Office of Residential Life. For specific information about off-campus housing, contact the Office of Residential Life in the basement of the State Quadrangle at (518) 442-5875, or visit them online. Residential Life provides a web site with available rentals for students to access: http://www.albany.edu/housing/offcampus.shtml. You may also wish to review the Tenant and Landlord Rights and Responsibilities document that UAlbany has put together to understand the basics of renting an apartment in Albany.
Generally, inexpensive quality housing for students is available on New Scotland Avenue near Albany Medical Center and the Albany College of Pharmacy. Apartments near main bus lines, like Washington Avenue and Western Avenue may be a wise choice for students without vehicles. The Health Sciences Campus Shuttle runs up and down Madison Ave and comes directly to the Health Sciences Campus. Students without vehicles should find off-campus apartments accordingly. Students that have access to a vehicle are open to more options when searching for housing.
Local newspapers such as the Times Union feature rental sections that provide apartment availability information. It is also helpful to explore the physical location that is of interest to you and look for rental signs or visit rental offices.
If you would like to live near the Health Sciences Campus, there are several apartment complexes within a few miles of the campus. Some of which include:
- University Heights College Suites is a great option for students seeking an apartment style dorm setting. Highly recommended for international students as it provides flexibility in move-in dates to accommodate orientation, and is on the UAlbany shuttle bus route to get to the Health Sciences Campus.: (518) 694-9000 http://www.uhcollegesuites.com/
- DMP Properties: https://dawnhomes.com/
- Oak Hill Apartments: (518) 283-8400 https://www.oakhill-apartments.com/
- Capital View Apartments: (518) 465-9767 https://www.capitolviewapartments.com/
- Greenbush Station (518) 477-8314
- https://www.greenbushstationapts.com/
Websites which may be helpful in searching for housing include (but are not limited to):
- Apartment Finder: www.apartmentfinder.com/New-York/East-Greenbush-Apartments
- Craigslist: http://albany.craigslist.org
Keep in mind that there are many options along the bus routes if you do not have access to a vehicle. You can ride both the UAlbany buses and CDTA buses free of charge with your SUNY ID. CDTA #233 goes to the Health Sciences Campus. View schedules and routes at:
UAlbany: http://www.albany.edu/pmts/bus_schedules.php
CDTA: http://www.cdta.org/routes-and-schedules
To find a roommate, please visit the Roommate Finder discussion boards or the UAlbany School of Public Health Student Facebook Group. New and current School of Public Health students can post their interest in finding a roommate or an opening in their current apartments.
Submit the Academic Integrity Pledge
You are required to read the Standards of Academic Integrity and submit the Standards of Academic Integrity Pledge. The Standards of Academic Integrity Pledge must be signed and submitted electronically to sphstudentaffairs@albany.edu before the first day of class.
Complete the Plagiarism Tutorial
You are required to complete the Plagiarism 101 Tutorial offered by the University at Albany. This tutorial must be completed before the first day of class.
To complete the tutorial, please do the following:
1. Click on library.albany.edu/infolit/plagiarism1
2. Click on Begin
3. Complete Section 1, Section 2, and Section 3
4. At the conclusion of the tutorial, complete and submit the Tutorial Credit Form, using the following information:
Title of tutorial: Plagiarism 101
Instructor's name: Caitlin Reid
Instructor's email address: sphstudentaffairs@albany.edu
Course title: School of Public Health Orientation
Upload your photo to obtain your UAlbany ID Card
Your UAlbany ID acts as a debit card to make photocopies or purchases on vending machines, borrow library materials from the University Library, serves as a bus pass for the UAlbany shuttle bus, and enables you to ride the CDTA public transportation buses for free.
The UAlbany ID is also required for you to have to access free printing services provided by the Graduate Student Association.
To obtain your UAlbany ID, you must upload your photo at least two weeks before arrival so that your ID card is ready for you to pick-up on the Uptown Campus. Photo ID is required to pick up your card. Visit Campus Services for instructions on how to obtain your card.
If you are unable to pick-up a physical ID card that’s okay, you can keep a virtual ID card on your phone using the Mobile ID App. Click here to learn more and download the app: https://www.albany.edu/uas/mobile_id.php.
Please note that while the Mobile ID will provide you with access to riding the UAlbany shuttle bus, the physical ID is required to ride the CDTA public transportation buses.
Upload your photo to obtain your Health Sciences Campus ID
Your Health Sciences Campus ID is required to access the School of Public Health, located in the George Education Center (GEC), and the computer lab at all times.
To obtain your Health Sciences Campus ID, please email your photo to Bridget Harper at bharper@albany.edu and include your First Name, Last Name and Albany ID in the email. Please adhere to the formatting guidelines required for the UAlbany photo.
Students may email Bridget Harper to make an appointment to obtain the Health Sciences Campus ID from the Aramark Office, located in Room A217 on the Health Sciences Campus, from 7:30am to 4:00pm.
Register for School of Public Health Orientation
Fall classes start Monday, August 24, 2020. The School of Public Health Orientation will take place August 20 and 21, and is required for all new School of Public Health students. Due to COVID-19 health and safety concerns, these sessions will be conducted remotely via Zoom.
Registration for orientation sessions is required.
International students are required to attend the virtual International Student Orientation sponsored by ISSS. Please note that this will not conflict with the required School of Public Health Orientation sessions.
Be sure to login to the School of Public Health Orientation Community in Blackboard! This site provides important information that you need to know as your start your journey with us. Email us at sphadmissions@albany.edu if you are unable to access the community.
Please click on the links below to register for the sessions you need to attend. You must use your UAlbany email address for registering:
Sunday, August 16 - Friday, August 21, 2020
ISSS International Student Orientation (for international students)
Register here
Wednesday, August 19, 2020
11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
SPH International Student Orientation & Meet and Greet (for international students)
Register here
Thursday, August 20, 2020
9:30 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Welcome from the Dean and Introduction to Faculty/Staff (for all students)
*Includes Q&A time: Please submit questions in advance to sphadmissions@albany.edu
Register here
11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Individual Department/Program Orientations (for all students - select your specific department or program):
- Biomedical Sciences: Register here
- Environmental Health Sciences: Register here
- Epidemiology and Biostatistics: Register here
- Health Policy, Management and Behavior: Register here
- Online MPH or a certificate program: Register here
12:30 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Graduate Student Employee Union Benefits Presentation(For graduate and teaching assistants)
Register here
1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Virtual Resource Fair (All students welcome to attend - access links to individual Zoom meetings via the SPH Orientation Community in Blackboard)
Representatives from the following areas will be available to talk with you about the services they offer to support you on your journey at the University at Albany.
University Libraries; Disability Resource Center; University Health Center; Financial Aid; Office of Equity and Compliance & Advocacy Center for Sexual Violence; Albany & Rensselaer County Sexual Assault and Crime Victims Programs; University at Albany Graduate Student Association; School of Public Health Graduate Student Organization; School of Public Health Office of Internships & Career Services; Center for Global Health; Maternal & Child Health Program
Friday, August 21, 2020
10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
MPH Student Orientation (For all MPH students)
Register here
2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
DrPH Student Orientation (For all DrPH students)
Register here
Activate your Zoom Account
Prior to Orientation, please activate your UAlbany zoom account. You will not be able to access the Zoom orientation sessions if you do not first activate your Zoom account.
- Browse to https://albany.zoom.us
- Click the Sign In button, which will open the UAlbany Sign In page.
- Sign in with your UAlbany Net ID & Password.
- Customize your profile by adding a profile picture.
Review University at Albany Planning for Fall 2020 Opening and COVID-19
The University at Albany is committed to providing an excellent education for every student in an environment that maintains the health, safety and well-being of our entire campus community.
Please visit the University at Albany COVID-19 website for current information on the policies and procedures for coming to campus and to better understand the expectations we’ve set for our campus community members.
Important information for returning to campus resources for students is provided in the Return to UAlbany Student Guide.
Next Steps for Online Students:
Notify us of your enrollment decision
Log in to your University at Albany student application account at admissions.albany.edu/apply/ and complete the Grad Admit Reply Form to let us know whether you accept or decline our offer of admission.
Pay your enrollment deposit
Submit the $250 enrollment deposit to confirm your admission. The non-refundable deposit will secure your place in the School of Public Health and will be applied toward your first semester tuition payment.
The enrollment deposit is required to activate your matriculated student status and generate your Net ID and Personal Identification number (PIN), which you will need to access university resources and register for classes.
Secure financial assistance
Tuition for students exclusively enrolled in fully online programs: $471 per credit for NYS residents and $565 per credit for non-residents. For details and questions regarding tuition please visit Student Accounts.
FAFSA
You can complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), listing the University at Albany School code: 002835. For questions about eligibility or assistance with FAFSA or graduate loans please contact the Office of Financial Aid directly at fao@albany.edu or 518-442-3202.
Other Funding Opportunities:
The Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health (ASPPH) provides extensive information and tips on how to find scholarships on their Financing Your Degree website. ASPPH has also produced an informative webinar on How to Finance Your Public Health Degree.
Funding for New York State Health Department Employees Full-time employees at a New York State local health department or the New York State Department of Health who are enrolled in a public health graduate program in the School of Public Health may apply for tuition assistance from the Public Health Leaders of Tomorrow (PHLOT) program. Information on eligibility criteria and how to apply for a tuition award is available on the PHLOT web page.
Full-time students at the School of Public Health are eligible for scholarships.
Submit the Academic Integrity Pledge
You are required to read the Standards of Academic Integrity and submit the Standards of Academic Integrity Pledge. The Standards of Academic Integrity Pledge must be signed and submitted electronically to sphstudentaffairs@albany.edu before the first day of class.
Complete the Plagiarism Tutorial
You are required to complete the Plagiarism 101 Tutorial offered by the University at Albany. This tutorial must be completed before the first day of class.
To complete the tutorial, please do the following:
1. Click on library.albany.edu/infolit/plagiarism1
2. Click on Begin
3. Complete Section 1, Section 2, and Section 3
4. At the conclusion of the tutorial, complete and submit the Tutorial Credit Form, using the following information:
Title of tutorial: Plagiarism 101
Instructor's name: Caitlin Reid
Instructor's email address: sphstudentaffairs@albany.edu
Course title: School of Public Health Orientation
Review Key Online Education Contacts
Dr. Brenda Kirkwood, Director of Online Education & Online MPH Academic Advisor
Dr. Kirkwood is available for any inquiries, though, she primarily advises online MPH students. Dr Kirkwood can be reached at: bkirkwood@albany.edu
Dr. Wendy Weller, Academic Advisor, Certificate in Public Health Fundamentals and Principles
Dr. Weller can be reached at wweller@albany.edu
Dr. Shao Lin, Academic Advisor, Certificate in Public Health Surveillance and Preparedness
Dr. Lin can be reached at slin@albany.edu
John Justino, Academic Advisor, Certificate in Global Health Studies
Mr. Justino can be reached at jjustino@albany.edu
Sara L. Bagrow, Online Programs Specialist
Contact for general program questions including course registration, transfer credit inquiries and transitioning to the online MPH. Ms. Bagrow can be reached at sphonline@albany.edu
University Health Forms Information for Online Learners
Health forms from all students are required by law. Online learners are defined as students who are participating in courses through the University at Albany in a fully online format and/or are participating in University at Albany courses remotely. At this time, the Health Center is able to provide semesterly exceptions to online learners.
You can download these forms and instructions from the Student Health Services site. If you have specific questions about the forms or the information that is required, please contact the Student Health Services at (518) 442-5454. You may submit the required information through email at healthforms@albany.edu.
Reach out to your Academic Advisor/ Register for Courses
For academic advisement, please contact your academic advisor listed under the step "Review Key Online Education Contacts".
Please watch for an email from your academic department, Online Education, with specific information on registering for courses, including obtaining your AVN (Advisor Verification Number) and course permission number.
Review School of Public Health Polices and Procedures
It is the responsibility of all students to be familiar with the policies and procedures governing graduate study at the University at Albany and the School of Public Health. The University at Albany Graduate Bulletin is located on the universities web page www.albany.edu/graduatebulletin
The School of Public Health Graduate Student Handbook and other program resources can be found at www.albany.edu/sph/current-students
Submit Final Transcript (If Necessary)
If you are required to submit an official final transcript, as indicated in your acceptance letter, please arrange for the transcript to be sent directly to the Graduate Admissions Office at the address below. The Graduate Admissions Office will accept electronic transcripts submitted directly from the institution or by a company contracted by the institution via a secured system.
graduate@albany.edu The Graduate SchoolUniversity at Albany
UAB, Room 121
1400 Washington Ave
Albany, NY 12222
Review School of Public Health Orientation Community in Blackboard
Be sure to login to the School of Public Health Orientation Community in Blackboard! Review this resource for important and valuable information for new students including information on tuition and payment, UAlbany resources and much more!
Find this resource on the "Community" tab while in Blackboard. It is called " School of Public Health Orientation" and can be found under "My Organizations"
Email sphadmissions@albany.edu if you are unable to access the community.
Review University at Albany COVID-19 (CORONAVIRUS) Information about UAlbany's response page
The University at Albany is committed to providing an excellent education for every student in an environment that maintains the health, safety and well-being of our entire campus community.
Please visit the University at Albany COVID-19 website for current information on the policies and procedures and to better understand the expectations we’ve set for our campus community members.
For questions about UAlbany's COVID-19 resources and services, call the COVID-19 hotline, Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., at 518-442-COVD (2683) or visit www.albany.edu/COVID-19. The hotline will answer all questions regarding isolation and quarantine, pool and diagnostic testing, and University policy regarding COVID-19.
Obtain your Mobile (Virtual) UAlbany ID Card
To obtain a Mobile (virtual) ID card please see instructions here: https://www.albany.edu/uas/idcard_services.php
Your Mobile ID will be available immediately after the steps at the link above are completed and you receive a confirmation email.
Learn more about your Mobile ID and app: https://www.albany.edu/uas/mobile_id.php