The Department of Community Health at Tufts University in Medford, MA, is dedicated to exploring and enhancing the health of populations by considering the intricate social, economic, environmental, and cultural factors that shape well-being. Adopting a multidisciplinary perspective, the department prepares students to address complex health challenges and promote health equity across various communities. Drawing on Tufts' significant history in establishing the nation's first community health centers, the department, founded in 1975, offers a dynamic academic setting. Its undergraduate BA program integrates comprehensive coursework with practical fieldwork, equipping graduates for diverse roles in public health and related sectors. The program fosters a strong sense of community and emphasizes real-world engagement.
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Tufts University is a private research university located in the Greater Boston area. The main campus is located in the Walnut Hill neighborhood of the towns of Medford and Somerville, Massachusetts, with additional facilities located in Boston and Grafton, Massachusetts and in Talloires, France. It was founded in 1852 as Tufts College by Christian universalists who sought to provide a nonsectarian institution of higher learning. Tufts remained a small liberal arts college until the 1970s, when it transformed into a large research university offering several doctorates.
