University Of North Carolina Gillings School Of Global Public Health

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Gillings School of Global Public Health, often referred to as the Gillings School, is one of the top-ranked public health schools in the United States. Established in 1940, it is named after former UNC President William Brantley Gwynn and publicly funded research institution dedicated to improving global health through education, research, and community engagement. The school offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in disciplines such as epidemiology, health behavior, environmental sciences, and biostatistics, with a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration and real-world impact. The Gillings School is renowned for its cutting-edge research facilities, including the Carolina Population Center and the Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, and its partnerships with global health organizations like the World Health Organization and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.