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Public Health Schools in District of Columbia

833 students earned Public Health degrees in District of Columbia in the 2020-2021 year.

In terms of popularity, Public Health is the 7th most popular major in the state out of a total 198 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Public Health Majors in District of Columbia

Public Health majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 588
Bachelor’s Degree 216
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 21
Post-Master’s Certificate 21
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 8
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 8
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 8

Gender Distribution

In District of Columbia, a public health major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of public health majors in District of Columbia is as follows:

  • Asian: 16.3%
  • Black or African American: 18.5%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 10.4%
  • White: 42.5%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 3.1%
  • Other Races: 9.1%
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Jobs for Public Health Grads in District of Columbia

In this state, there are 6,940 people employed in jobs related to a public health degree, compared to 898,630 nationwide.

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Wages for Public Health Jobs in District of Columbia

Public Health grads earn an average of $106,740 in the state and $75,690 nationwide.

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There are 8 colleges in District of Columbia that offer public health degrees. Learn about the most popular 8 below:

665 Degrees in Major Awarded
82% Graduation Rate
27,017 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $62,584 after earning their degree at this institution. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $32,563. 72% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

#2

American University

Washington
90 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
14,001 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 57% are considered full time. 11 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.70%.

#3

Georgetown University

Washington
48 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
19,371 Total Students

The average student takes 4.05 years to complete their degree at Georgetown. 11 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. An average student at Georgetown will pay a net price of $32,108.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
45% Graduation Rate
3,725 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 8 to 1. This public school has an average net price of $16,001. 87% of students get financical aid.

#5

Howard University

Washington
9 Degrees in Major Awarded
62% Graduation Rate
10,859 Total Students

In their early career, Howard grads earn an average salary of $43,792. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 12 to 1. This private institution charges an average net price of $41,388.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
28% Graduation Rate
1,846 Total Students

11 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it. The full-time teacher rate is 29%.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
76% Graduation Rate
5,366 Total Students

An average student at CUA will pay a net price of $34,684. Most students complete their degree in 4.11 years. The 2.40% student loan default rate is lower than average.

#8

Gallaudet University

Washington
2 Degrees in Major Awarded
47% Graduation Rate
1,451 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 6 to 1. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $28,704 after earning their degree at this institution. Most students complete their degree in 4.58 years.

Public Health Careers in DC

Some of the careers public health majors go into include:

Job Title DC Job Growth DC Median Salary
Health Specialties Professors 28% $0
Community Health Workers 20% $56,820
Epidemiologists 17% $97,490
Medical and Health Services Managers 17% $127,960
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists 7% $89,460
Physicists 6% $146,890
Environmental Scientists and Specialists 5% $118,400

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to public health.

Major Annual Graduates in DC
Nursing 990
Medicine 471
Health/Medical Admin Services 437
Rehabilitation Professions 172
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science 168
Communication Sciences 136
Allied Health Professions 113
Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences 97

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