Public Health at University of Wisconsin-Madison
If you are interested in studying Public Health, consider the program at University of Wisconsin-Madison. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Wisconsin-Madison is located in Madison, WI.
During the most recent reporting year, 360 public health degrees were awarded at University of Wisconsin-Madison.
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Studying Online at University of Wisconsin-Madison
Online coursework is an option at University of Wisconsin-Madison. Among 51,044 students, 1,454 (3%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 10,996 (22%) took at least some classes online.
Public Health Rankings at University of Wisconsin-Madison
Use these rankings to compare University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Public Health program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wisconsin | #1 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #3 of 55 |
| Best Value | Wisconsin | #4 of 6 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #23 of 56 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #27 of 430 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #157 of 411 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wisconsin | #1 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #3 of 55 |
| Best Value | Wisconsin | #4 of 6 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #23 of 56 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #27 of 430 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #157 of 411 |
Earnings for Public Health Graduates from University of Wisconsin-Madison
Graduates of University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Public Health program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $51,805 |
| 2 years | $61,702 |
| 3 years | $65,777 |
| 4 years | $71,766 |
| 5 years | $94,353 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Public Health graduates from University of Wisconsin-Madison take home a median $71,766, compared with $74,335 for all University of Wisconsin-Madison graduates — about 3% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Public Health graduates at University of Wisconsin-Madison, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Public Health graduates at University of Wisconsin-Madison are 84% women (301) and 16% men (59).
Public Health Master’s Program at University of Wisconsin-Madison
Of the 84 master’s public health degrees awarded at University of Wisconsin-Madison, 76% were women (64) and 24% were men (20).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Public Health master’s degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Madison.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 55 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Asian | 9 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 8 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 24% of Public Health master’s degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Madison, below the national average of 47%.*
Public Health Doctoral Program at University of Wisconsin-Madison
Among the 21 doctoral public health degrees awarded at University of Wisconsin-Madison, 48% were women (10) and 52% were men (11).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Public Health doctoral degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Madison.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 6 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 5% of Public Health doctoral degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Madison, 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 University of Wisconsin-Madison
This Public Health program at University of Wisconsin-Madison includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Public Health | 64 |
| Medical Physics | 32 |
| Community Health & Preventive Medicine | 9 |
| International Public Health | 255 |
Best-Paid Careers for Public Health Graduates
Those who complete Public Health program at University of Wisconsin-Madison go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks 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
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