Congratulations and Welcome to
Celia Scott Weatherhead School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine
Congratulations!
Welcome to the Celia Scott Wheatherhead School of Public Health at Tulane University.
We're here to guide you every step of the way as you join the Weatherhead School of Public Health community, whether on-campus or online.
Admitted Student Visit Day
Join Us in the Big Easy
April 10, 2026
Meet with faculty and current students, connect with your future classmates, and discover our vibrant community!
"The culture here in New Orleans is like no place else in the United States, and that makes for a wonderful educational experience. [But] whether you are here in the Crescent City or taking classes online, the real selling point of our school is the hospitality and sense of belonging.„
— Thomas LaVeist, PhD, Dean of Celia Scott Weatheread School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine
We were the first school of public health in the country (est. 1912)
We are ranked a Top 10 school by U.S. News
of graduates working or continuing education within a year of graduating
Experience the distinct flavor of WSPH
As stewards of the first school of public health in the United States, the Celia Scott Weatherhead School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine cultivates independent thinkers, innovative leaders, fierce advocates, and accomplished scholars.
Learn more about how our school can support your passion in public health, and help you grow into a problem solver.
Come out career ready. Our Office of Career Services supports and empowers students to make informed career decisions, enhancing student success and creating advocates and leaders.
Students can participate in summer courses abroad or international exchange programs within their departments. They can also explore opportunities such as internships, practicums, fellowships, or immersive research projects with the Office of Global Health.
Where can a Tulane public health degree take you? Graduates share how their WSPH experience shaped their career.
The Office of Student Experience cultivates student success through comprehensive support, community engagement, and innovative opportunities.
""We are excited to welcome you to a community built on collaboration, support, and purpose. The Office of Student Experience is here to champion your journey and help you turn your passion for public health into meaningful impact. Welcome to a community where your success truly matters!"„
— Erica W. Valenzuela, EdD, Assistant Dean for Student Experience
Turn Your Passion Into Purpose
Translate your passion for public health into practice and Impact. Join us to create meaningful, lasting change.
