Public Health Schools in Kentucky
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Jobs for Public Health Grads in Kentucky
In this state, there are 19,910 people employed in jobs related to a Public Health degree, compared to 1,770,220 nationwide.
Wages for Public Health Jobs in Kentucky
In this state, Public Health grads earn an average of $92,346. Nationwide, they make an average of $110,966.
Most Popular Public Health Programs in KY
There are 4 colleges in Kentucky that offer Public Health degrees in our data. Learn about the most popular 4 below:
Graduates earn a median salary of $45,496 in their first year after graduation. About 92% of those who apply are admitted. 87% of full-time students return after their first year.
Graduates earn a median salary of $48,648 in their first year after graduation. About 81% of those who apply are admitted. 81% of full-time students return after their first year.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $40,545 a year. About 97% of those who apply are admitted. 78% of full-time students return after their first year.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $39,393 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 78%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 80%.
Public Health Careers in KY
Some of the careers Public Health majors go into include:
| Job Title | Nationwide Job Growth | Nationwide Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Regulatory Affairs Specialists | 14% | $85,399 |
| Physics Teachers, Postsecondary | 14% | $80,685 |
| Genetic Counselors | 13% | $58,726 |
| Community Health Workers | 13% | $73,901 |
| Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | 11% | $46,663 |
| Environmental Compliance Inspectors | 10% | $119,630 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Technicians | 9% | $48,647 |
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | 9% | $111,314 |
| Medical and Health Services Managers | 9% | $129,557 |
| Compliance Officers | 9% | $71,138 |
| Physicists | 9% | $111,776 |
| Industrial Ecologists | 9% | $83,212 |
Related Majors in Kentucky
Below are some popular majors that are similar to Public Health.
| Major | Annual Graduates Nationwide |
|---|---|
| Nursing | 311,372 |
| Nursing & Nursing Assistants | 99,987 |
| Allied Health Professions | 90,379 |
| Health/Medical Admin Services | 90,166 |
| Allied Health Services | 80,693 |
| Health Sciences & Services | 38,201 |
| Mental & Social Health Services | 33,946 |
| Medicine | 29,737 |
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