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#1

#1 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

University of South Florida
Tampa, FL

At the University of South Florida, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, Psychology, General, Biomedical Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

43%

Annual Degrees Awarded

24

SAT Score

1,150–1,330

Median Starting Salary

$54,060

#2

#2 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

Yale University
New Haven, CT

Yale offers students seventy possible majors, which must be declared by sophomore or junior years, but students are always welcome to change. Some of the top majors currently are Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Computer and Information Sciences, General, Political Science and Government, General, History, General,......view more

Acceptance Rate

4%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

1,470–1,570

Median Starting Salary

$52,162

#3

#3 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD

Annually, Johns Hopkins University grants about 175 degrees to those majoring in Cell/Cellular and Molecular Biology, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Computer and Information Sciences, General, Public Health, General, and Neuroscience....view more

Acceptance Rate

6%

Annual Degrees Awarded

27

SAT Score

1,520–1,580

Median Starting Salary

$57,570

#4

#4 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA

At Georgia Southern University, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

15

SAT Score

990–1,140

Median Starting Salary

$58,900

#5

#5 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

Kent State University at Kent
Kent, OH

At Kent State University at Kent, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

990–1,220

Median Starting Salary

$59,461

#6

#6 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

Morgan State University
Baltimore, MD

Annually, Morgan State University grants around 98 degrees to students majoring in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

82%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

850–1,080

Median Starting Salary

$57,550

#7

#7 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

Harvard University
Cambridge, MA

There are plenty of classes to choose from at Harvard; they offer almost 3,900 courses in 49 undergraduate fields. Your curriculum is designed based on your goals and they require no predetermined courses for your major outside of an Expository Writing course for all freshmen....view more

Acceptance Rate

4%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

1,510–1,590

Median Starting Salary

$50,243

#8

#8 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

Jackson State University
Jackson, MS

At Jackson State University, the most popular majors students study are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, and Social Work. In fact, Jackson State University awards 99 degrees per year to Biology/Biological Sciences, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

48%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

850–1,050

Median Starting Salary

$55,848

#9

#9 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

Youngstown State University
Youngstown, OH

Each year, Youngstown State University grants about 155 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, General Studies, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

950–1,180

Median Starting Salary

$58,182

#10

#10 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TN

Annually, East Tennessee State University grants about 588 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

1,010–1,240

Median Starting Salary

$56,399

#11

#11 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

San Diego State University
San Diego, CA

Each year, San Diego State University grants around 2001 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

36%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

1,100–1,320

Median Starting Salary

$54,809

#12

#12 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR

At Oregon State University, the three most popular college majors students study are Computer Science, Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, and General. In fact, Oregon State University grants 911 degrees per year to graduating Computer Science students....view more

Acceptance Rate

77%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

1,160–1,400

Median Starting Salary

$56,202

#13

#13 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

Florida International University
Miami, FL

Each year, Florida International University awards about 1536 degrees to those majoring in Psychology, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Finance, General, Hospitality Administration/Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

55%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

1,080–1,270

Median Starting Salary

$54,151

#14

#14 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

University of Georgia
Athens, GA

At the University of Georgia, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Finance, and General. In fact, the University of Georgia awards 546 degrees annually to Psychology, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

37%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

1,250–1,430

Median Starting Salary

$58,495

#15

#15 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Charlotte, NC

Every year, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte grants around 641 degrees to students majoring in Computer Science, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Finance, General, Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,110–1,320

Median Starting Salary

$56,795

#16

#16 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Seattle, WA

Annually, the University of Washington-Seattle Campus grants around 480 degrees to those studying Computer Science, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Informatics, and Biochemistry....view more

Acceptance Rate

39%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

1,310–1,510

Median Starting Salary

$53,796

#17

#17 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA

Each year, Georgia State University grants about 495 degrees to students majoring in Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Computer Science....view more

Acceptance Rate

55%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

960–1,220

Median Starting Salary

$54,856

#18

#18 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

University of Florida
Gainesville, FL

At the University of Florida, the most popular majors students pursue are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. In fact, the University of Florida grants 616 degrees per year to Biology/Biological Sciences, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

24%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

1,330–1,480

Median Starting Salary

$53,756

#19

#19 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus
University Park, PA

At Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus, the most popular majors students study are Finance, General, Information Science/Studies, Psychology, and General. In fact, Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus awards 577 degrees annually to Finance, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

61%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,250–1,430

Median Starting Salary

$58,035

#20

#20 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

University of California-Berkeley
Berkeley, CA

At the University of California-Berkeley, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, and Cell/Cellular and Molecular Biology....view more

Acceptance Rate

11%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,330–1,540

Median Starting Salary

$50,920

#21

#21 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

University of California-Irvine
Irvine, CA

At the University of California-Irvine, the three most popular college majors students study are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Business/Managerial Economics, Research and Experimental Psychology, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

29%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,240–1,440

Median Starting Salary

$53,426

#22

#22 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

Thomas Jefferson University
Philadelphia, PA

Every year, Thomas Jefferson University awards around 296 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,170–1,340

Median Starting Salary

$56,714

#23

#23 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

University of South Carolina-Columbia
Columbia, SC

Every year, the University of South Carolina-Columbia grants around 435 degrees to students studying Public Health, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Finance, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Experimental Psychology....view more

Acceptance Rate

60%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,200–1,390

Median Starting Salary

$60,645

#24

#24 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

Texas A&M University-College Station
College Station, TX

At Texas A&M University-College Station, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, Psychology, General, Biomedical Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

57%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

1,170–1,400

Median Starting Salary

$57,406

#25

#25 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Tallahassee, FL

At Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

21%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,030–1,180

Median Starting Salary

$56,009

#26

#26 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

Dartmouth College
Hanover, NH

Dartmouth College follows a unique quarter plan, often called the Dartmouth Plan or D Plan. The year round quarter system allows students to choose from 12 terms to graduate within, offering the opportunity for employment, internships, dual majors, research, and more....view more

Acceptance Rate

5%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,500–1,580

Median Starting Salary

$56,013

#27

#27 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

Stanford University
Stanford, CA

Stanford offers students seven schools under the university, which include Business, Earth Sciences, Education, Engineering, Humanities and Science, Law, and Medicine.

Undergraduates must complete at least 180 units. This will include their major courses, writing and rhetoric, a year of foreign language, and more....view more

Acceptance Rate

4%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,510–1,570

Median Starting Salary

$52,175

#28

#28 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

Ohio State University-Main Campus
Columbus, OH

Annually, Ohio State University-Main Campus awards around 794 degrees to students majoring in Finance, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Experimental Psychology, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, and Speech Communication and Rhetoric....view more

Acceptance Rate

61%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,250–1,440

Median Starting Salary

$57,834

#29

#29 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

Columbia University in the City of New York
New York, NY

Columbia University is separated into 20 different schools which include the College, global research outposts, Juilliard School, Barnard College, and more. Each new student will meet with an adviser to go over their plan and schedule for the upcoming year....view more

Acceptance Rate

4%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,510–1,590

Median Starting Salary

$49,553

#30

#30 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

Capella University
Minneapolis, MN

Each year, Capella University awards around 5561 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

44

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#31

#31 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ

Every year, the University of Arizona awards around 469 degrees to students majoring in Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Physiology, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,100–1,330

Median Starting Salary

$56,570

#32

#32 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT

At the University of Utah, the most popular majors students study are Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Communication, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. In fact, the University of Utah awards 442 degrees every year to Research and Experimental Psychology, Other majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,130–1,350

Median Starting Salary

$55,126

#33

#33 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

University of Illinois Chicago
Chicago, IL

Every year, the University of Illinois Chicago awards about 465 degrees to those studying Biology/Biological Sciences, General, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Psychology, General, Computer Science, Finance, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

77%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,150–1,360

Median Starting Salary

$55,774

#34

#34 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

East Carolina University
Greenville, NC

Annually, East Carolina University grants around 351 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

89%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,020–1,220

Median Starting Salary

$59,454

#35

#35 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

American InterContinental University System
Chandler, AZ

At American InterContinental University System, the most popular majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Organizational Leadership, and Criminal Justice and Corrections....view more

Acceptance Rate

92%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#36

#36 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

University of Hawaii at Manoa
Honolulu, HI

At the University of Hawaii at Manoa, the most popular majors students study are Psychology, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. In fact, the University of Hawaii at Manoa awards 201 degrees annually to Psychology, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

70%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,070–1,290

Median Starting Salary

$56,789

#37

#37 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

The University of Montana
Missoula, MT

Every year, The University of Montana grants around 94 degrees to those studying Psychology, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,080–1,290

Median Starting Salary

$56,593

#38

#38 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

University of California-Merced
Merced, CA

At the University of California-Merced, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Computer Engineering, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

92%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

980–1,160

Median Starting Salary

$55,471

#39

#39 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

Rutgers University-New Brunswick
New Brunswick, NJ

At Rutgers University-New Brunswick, the three most popular college majors students study are Computer and Information Sciences, General, Psychology, General, Finance, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

65%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,280–1,480

Median Starting Salary

$55,138

#40

#40 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

University of California-Davis
Davis, CA

Every year, the University of California-Davis awards about 866 degrees to those studying Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

42%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,180–1,420

Median Starting Salary

$53,812

#41

#41 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

University of Nevada-Reno
Reno, NV

At the University of Nevada-Reno, the most popular majors students pursue are Public Health, General, Business/Commerce, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. In fact, the University of Nevada-Reno awards 310 degrees per year to Public Health, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

74%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,020–1,250

Median Starting Salary

$57,404

#42

#42 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

The University of Tennessee-Knoxville
Knoxville, TN

At The University of Tennessee-Knoxville, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management, Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

42%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,210–1,390

Median Starting Salary

$56,958

#43

#43 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA

At Drexel University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Computer Science, and Mechanical Engineering. In fact, Drexel University awards 469 degrees per year to graduating Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse students....view more

Acceptance Rate

79%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,250–1,440

Median Starting Salary

$56,262

#44

#44 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND

Annually, the University of North Dakota grants about 219 degrees to those majoring in Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

77%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,050–1,250

Median Starting Salary

$62,654

#45

#45 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

Portland State University
Portland, OR

At Portland State University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Social Sciences, General, and Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. In fact, Portland State University awards 343 degrees per year to graduating Psychology, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,050–1,310

Median Starting Salary

$54,675

#46

#46 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

University of Nevada-Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV

At the University of Nevada-Las Vegas, the three most popular college majors students study are Psychology, General, Hospitality Administration/Management, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

980–1,220

Median Starting Salary

$56,733

#47

#47 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

University of Memphis
Memphis, TN

Each year, the University of Memphis awards about 390 degrees to students studying Kinesiology and Exercise Science, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

72%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

970–1,180

Median Starting Salary

$55,723

#48

#48 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI

At the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, and Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist....view more

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

970–1,210

Median Starting Salary

$58,824

#49

#49 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV

Each year, West Virginia University awards about 194 degrees to students majoring in Health and Physical Education/Fitness, General, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Exercise Physiology, and Mechanical Engineering....view more

Acceptance Rate

78%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,020–1,230

Median Starting Salary

$59,385

#50

#50 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN

Each year, Walden University grants around 465 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Social Work, Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

99%

Annual Degrees Awarded

124

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#51

#51 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

Ponce Health Sciences University
Ponce, PR

Acceptance Rate

16%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#52

#52 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Little Rock, AR

At the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, the three most popular college majors students study are Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist....view more

Acceptance Rate

58%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,199

#53

#53 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

CUNY Graduate School and University Center
New York, NY

At CUNY Graduate School and University Center, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Health Services Administration, Business/Commerce, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

39%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$55,610

#54

#54 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

University of North Texas Health Science Center
Fort Worth, TX

Acceptance Rate

43%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#55

#55 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

University of Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, NE

At the University of Nebraska Medical Center, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer, and Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,163

#56

#56 Best College for Public Health, General in the U.S.

Oregon Health & Science University
Portland, OR

At Oregon Health & Science University, only two majors are offered: Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist....view more

Acceptance Rate

66%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,241

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About Public Health, General

A program that generally prepares individuals to plan, manage, and evaluate public health care services; to function as public health professionals in public agencies, the private sector, and other settings; and to provide leadership in the field of public health. Includes instruction in epidemiology, biostatistics, public health principles, preventive medicine, health policy and regulations, health care services and related administrative functions, public health law enforcement, health economics and budgeting, public communications, and professional standards and ethics.

Those who are passionate about Public Health, General can study up to a Doctors degree professional practice. Currently, 25,067 students are granted some level of degree in Public Health, General around the United States each year. More students graduate with a degree in Public Health, General in the state of Minnesota than any other state. The average annual income for an undergraduate degree in Public Health, General is $38,300.

Popularity of Public Health, General Degrees in the U.S.
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Careers

The highest paying career for Public Health, General majors is Medical and Health Services Managers. However, something else to think about is how much demand there is for specific careers. A position that is in high need that a degree in Public Health, General can prepare you for is Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Public Health, General majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Public Health, General majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
515
Female Students
373 (72%)
Male Students
142 (27%)

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