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Thanks so much, RunnerGrad! That helps a lot

Thanks, rising_star! Vague, I know. But I really appreciate your time in taking a crack at this Agree, on the importance of applying to programs for reasons beyond ranking and cost! For that reason, I was curious if anyone in this community was aware-- at least anecdotally-- of any programs with an especially robust global health focus. I know I've got a lot of homework to do, on my end, but was hoping to kickstart my research. You mentioned that I might want to find a "ranking that puts those in the same order as (I) do personally." Is there any kind of customizable ranking system out there? Or do you mean that informally? Ooh, great suggestion on the Emory SPH job board. Thank you!

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If you're reading-- thanks for reading! I'm an undergrad close to competing my bachelor's degree in Public Health. Due to very robust student involvement, research experience, a decent GPA (3.61), good GRE scores (163 quant, 165 verbal) and relevant work experience (health policy think tank) I'm hoping to be competitive for most public health programs. 2 big questions for the group: 1. I'm really interested, career-wise, in global public health, or in population health/development in low-resource areas abroad. Ideally, I'd like to pursue an MPH (in what exactly? not sure… see title) in a program with a strong program in global health. Where are the "best" places to do this, in your opinion? Factors that shape "best," in my opinion: Relevance to global public health specificallyLikelihood of obtaining fundingProfessional/academic respectability2. Would you recommend obtaining additional work experience, before applying for grad school? That was my original plan, but I'm starting to wonder if I can find fulfilling work with just a bachelor's degree, to the point that it'd merit putting grad school off. Any advice is SO appreciated. Thank you!