Public Health at University of Missouri-Columbia
What traits are you looking for in a school for Public Health, take a look at what University of Missouri-Columbia. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Missouri-Columbia is in Columbia, MO.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 154 public health degrees were granted at University of Missouri-Columbia.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Missouri-Columbia
Distance learning is available at University of Missouri-Columbia. Of 31,543 students, 3,557 (11%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 12,572 (40%) took at least some classes online.
Public Health Rankings at University of Missouri-Columbia
Rankings can help you compare University of Missouri-Columbia’s Public Health program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Missouri | #2 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #6 of 34 |
| Best Value | Missouri | #7 of 9 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #20 of 32 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #119 of 430 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #251 of 411 |
Earnings for Public Health Graduates from University of Missouri-Columbia
Those who finish University of Missouri-Columbia’s Public Health program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $40,916 |
| 2 years | $48,198 |
| 3 years | $55,231 |
| 4 years | $60,677 |
| 5 years | $75,376 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Public Health graduates from University of Missouri-Columbia earn a median of $60,677, compared with $65,467 for all University of Missouri-Columbia graduates — about 7% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Public Health graduates from University of Missouri-Columbia is $19,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Public Health graduates at University of Missouri-Columbia, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Public Health graduates at University of Missouri-Columbia are 81% women (125) and 19% men (29).
Public Health Bachelor’s Program at University of Missouri-Columbia
Of the 23 bachelor’s public health graduates at University of Missouri-Columbia, 100% were women (23) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Public Health bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Missouri-Columbia.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 18 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 17% of Public Health bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Missouri-Columbia, lower than the national average of 57%.*
Public Health Master’s Program at University of Missouri-Columbia
Among the 74 master’s public health degrees awarded at University of Missouri-Columbia, 84% were women (62) and 16% were men (12).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Public Health master’s degree recipients at University of Missouri-Columbia.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 45 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 6 |
| Black / African American | 12 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 5 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 30% of Public Health master’s degree recipients at University of Missouri-Columbia, below 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 Missouri-Columbia
This Public Health program at University of Missouri-Columbia includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Public Health | 154 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Public Health Graduates
Graduates of the Public Health program at University of Missouri-Columbia pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid 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
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