Dr. Christine Forke

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Christine M. Forke is a core faculty member in the Master of Public Health (MPH) program at the University of Pennsylvania. She teaches the required courses Introductory Biostatistics and Capstone II, mentoring students on course planning and Capstone projects. Her research emphasizes social determinants of health, focusing on issues such as adolescent relationship violence, childhood trauma, intimate partner violence, reproductive health behaviors and outcomes, and access to healthcare for populations that have been historically minoritized. Forke's expertise encompasses a range of epidemiological methods, including quantitative design and population-based analyses, as well as qualitative and mixed-methods approaches. She enjoys the collaborative environment of the MPH program, which boasts a wide network of dedicated public health professionals fostering interdisciplinary collaborations and creative solutions to complex public health issues.

Research Interests

Courses

PUBH 5010 Intro Biostatistics PUBH 7090 Capstone II

Requirements for University of Pennsylvania

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.6
GRE General
Verbal
Required:162
Quantitative
Required:162
Overall
Required:162
GMAT
Total Score
Required:728
Overall
Required:728
TOEFL
Total
Required:115
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Strong quantitative background
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Letters of Recommendation (2-3)
  • Resume/CV
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Essays
Specialization Notes

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