Public Health at University of Detroit Mercy
If you are interested in studying Public Health, take a look at what University of Detroit Mercy. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Detroit Mercy is in Detroit, MI.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 30 public health graduations were recorded at University of Detroit Mercy.
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Studying Online at University of Detroit Mercy
Distance learning is available at University of Detroit Mercy. Of 5,587 students, 101 (2%) studied exclusively online and 2,080 (37%) took at least some classes online.
Public Health Rankings at University of Detroit Mercy
Rankings can help you compare University of Detroit Mercy’s Public Health program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Michigan | #7 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #9 of 10 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #31 of 56 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #44 of 55 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #201 of 411 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #324 of 430 |
Earnings for Public Health Graduates from University of Detroit Mercy
Students who complete University of Detroit Mercy’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 | $40,505 |
| 2 years | $43,797 |
| 3 years | $44,766 |
| 4 years | $57,582 |
| 5 years | $76,828 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Public Health graduates from University of Detroit Mercy take home a median $57,582, compared with $97,733 for all University of Detroit Mercy graduates — about 41% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Public Health graduates from University of Detroit Mercy comes in at $30,944.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Public Health graduates at University of Detroit Mercy, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Public Health graduates at University of Detroit Mercy are 83% women (25) and 17% men (5).
Public Health Bachelor’s Program at University of Detroit Mercy
Among the 17 bachelor’s public health degrees awarded at University of Detroit Mercy, 88% were women (15) and 12% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Public Health bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Detroit Mercy.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 6 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 53% of Public Health bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Detroit Mercy, below the national average of 57%.*
Public Health Master’s Program at University of Detroit Mercy
Among the 12 master’s public health graduates at University of Detroit Mercy, 75% were women (9) and 25% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Public Health master’s degree recipients at University of Detroit Mercy.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 50% of Public Health master’s degree recipients at University of Detroit Mercy, above the national average of 47%.*
*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 University of Detroit Mercy
The Public Health program at University of Detroit Mercy includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Health Services Administration | 30 |
Top-Paying Careers for Public Health Graduates
Graduates of the Public Health program at University of Detroit Mercy go on to a range of careers. Below are the best-paid careers for Public Health majors, 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.