Public Health at Yale University
If you are interested in studying Public Health, take a look at what Yale University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Yale University is located in New Haven, CT.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 186 public health degrees were granted at Yale University.
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Online Class Availability at Yale University
Many students take online classes at Yale University. Among 15,564 students, 38 (0%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 387 (2%) took at least some classes online.
Public Health Rankings at Yale University
Use these rankings to compare Yale University’s Public Health program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Connecticut | #4 of 7 |
| Best Value | Connecticut | #5 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #12 of 32 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #21 of 32 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #89 of 430 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #340 of 411 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Connecticut | #4 of 7 |
| Best Value | Connecticut | #5 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #12 of 32 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #21 of 32 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #89 of 430 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #340 of 411 |
Earnings for Public Health Graduates from Yale University
Graduates of Yale University’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 | $75,393 |
| 2 years | $71,620 |
| 3 years | $71,809 |
| 4 years | $89,809 |
| 5 years | $94,970 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Public Health graduates from Yale University report median earnings of $89,809, compared with $119,690 for all Yale University graduates — about 25% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Public Health graduates at Yale University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Public Health graduates at Yale University are 70% women (130) and 30% men (56).
Public Health Master’s Program at Yale University
Of the 160 master’s public health degrees awarded at Yale University, 68% were women (109) and 32% were men (51).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Public Health master’s degree recipients at Yale University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 34 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 6 |
| Black / African American | 7 |
| Asian | 11 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 7 |
| International (Nonresident) | 93 |
Minority students account for 21% of Public Health master’s degree recipients at Yale University, lower than the national average of 47%.*
Public Health Doctoral Program at Yale University
Among the 26 doctoral public health graduates at Yale University, 81% were women (21) and 19% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Public Health doctoral degree recipients at Yale University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 15 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 19% of Public Health doctoral degree recipients at Yale 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 Yale University
This Public Health program at Yale University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Public Health | 168 |
| Environmental Health | 18 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Public Health Graduates
Those who complete Public Health program at Yale University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the highest-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
More about our data sources and methodologies.