Public Health at Oregon Health & Science University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Public Health, you may want to check out the program at Oregon Health & Science University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Oregon Health & Science University is in Portland, OR.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 83 public health graduations were recorded at Oregon Health & Science University.
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Studying Online at Oregon Health & Science University
Online coursework is an option at Oregon Health & Science University. Among 2,942 students, 401 (14%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 898 (31%) took at least some classes online.
Public Health Rankings at Oregon Health & Science University
Rankings can help you compare Oregon Health & Science University’s Public Health program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Oregon | #2 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #31 of 60 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #120 of 430 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Oregon | #2 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #31 of 60 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #120 of 430 |
Earnings for Public Health Graduates from Oregon Health & Science University
Graduates of Oregon Health & Science University’s Public Health program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $58,685 |
| 2 years | $65,557 |
| 3 years | $75,872 |
| 4 years | $104,883 |
| 5 years | $115,507 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Public Health graduates from Oregon Health & Science University take home a median $104,883, compared with $118,544 for all Oregon Health & Science University graduates — about 12% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Public Health graduates at Oregon Health & Science University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Public Health graduates at Oregon Health & Science University are 70% women (58) and 30% men (25).
Public Health Master’s Program at Oregon Health & Science University
Of the 74 master’s public health graduates at Oregon Health & Science University, 69% were women (51) and 31% were men (23).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Public Health master’s degree recipients at Oregon Health & Science University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 48 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 13 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 5 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 34% of Public Health master’s degree recipients at Oregon Health & Science University, lower than the national average of 47%.*
Public Health Doctoral Program at Oregon Health & Science University
Among the 8 doctoral public health graduates at Oregon Health & Science University, 88% were women (7) and 12% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Public Health doctoral degree recipients at Oregon Health & Science University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Asian | 1 |
Minority students account for 12% of Public Health doctoral degree recipients at Oregon Health & Science University, lower than the national average of 46%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Public Health Concentrations at Oregon Health & Science University
The Public Health program at Oregon Health & Science University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Public Health | 52 |
| Environmental Health | 11 |
| Medical Physics | 6 |
| Public Health Education & Promotion | 13 |
| Health Services Administration | 1 |
Best-Paid Careers for Public Health Graduates
Students who finish Public Health program at Oregon Health & Science University go on to a range of careers. Here are the highest-paying careers for Public Health graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Medical and Health Services Managers | $129,557 |
| Environmental Compliance Inspectors | $119,630 |
| Physicists | $111,776 |
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | $111,314 |
| Coroners | $110,095 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialists | $105,544 |
| Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health | $90,139 |
| Epidemiologists | $87,636 |
| Regulatory Affairs Specialists | $85,399 |
| Industrial Ecologists | $83,212 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.