Welcome to the Gillings School of Global Public Health.

Our mission is to improve public health, promote individual well-being and eliminate health inequities across North Carolina and around the world. Dedicated to our mission, the School is constantly moving forward to anticipate future health threats and accelerate public health solutions. Our commitment to excellence is part of everything we do: teaching, research, scholarship, practice and bridging the gap between academic research and practical public health solutions.

The Gillings School of Global Public Health is consistently recognized as a leading public health school. We are ranked the top public school of public health in the nation by U.S. News & World Report (2022 edition) and placed second among all public health schools. In addition to formal rankings, our faculty and staff members are frequently recognized for their research and fieldwork.