Public Health at University of Southern California
What traits are you looking for in a school for Public Health, consider the program at University of Southern California. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Southern California is located in Los Angeles, CA.
During the most recent reporting year, 408 public health degrees were granted at University of Southern California.
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Online Class Availability at University of Southern California
Online coursework is an option at University of Southern California. Among 46,566 students, 6,077 (13%) studied exclusively online and 9,437 (20%) took at least some classes online.
Public Health Rankings at University of Southern California
Rankings can help you compare University of Southern California’s Public Health program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #12 of 38 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #14 of 60 |
| Best Value | California | #32 of 36 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #41 of 430 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #51 of 57 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #369 of 411 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #12 of 38 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #14 of 60 |
| Best Value | California | #32 of 36 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #41 of 430 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #51 of 57 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #369 of 411 |
Earnings for Public Health Graduates from University of Southern California
Those who finish University of Southern California’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 | $45,688 |
| 2 years | $43,304 |
| 3 years | $57,235 |
| 4 years | $71,210 |
| 5 years | $82,861 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Public Health graduates from University of Southern California take home a median $71,210, compared with $101,273 for all University of Southern California graduates — about 30% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Public Health graduates from University of Southern California stands at $15,250.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Public Health graduates at University of Southern California, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Public Health graduates at University of Southern California are 78% women (318) and 22% men (90).
Public Health Bachelor’s Program at University of Southern California
Among the 116 bachelor’s public health graduates at University of Southern California, 69% were women (80) and 31% were men (36).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Public Health bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Southern California.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 19 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 24 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Asian | 56 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 7 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 79% of Public Health bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Southern California, higher than the national average of 57%.*
Public Health Master’s Program at University of Southern California
Of the 292 master’s public health degrees awarded at University of Southern California, 82% were women (238) and 18% were men (54).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Public Health master’s degree recipients at University of Southern California.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 72 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 70 |
| Black / African American | 29 |
| Asian | 92 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 15 |
| International (Nonresident) | 11 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 71% of Public Health master’s degree recipients at University of Southern California, 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 Southern California
This Public Health program at University of Southern California includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Public Health | 235 |
| International Public Health | 91 |
| Behavioral Aspects of Health | 82 |
Top-Paying Careers for Public Health Graduates
Students who finish Public Health program at University of Southern California pursue many career paths. Below are the top-paying 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
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