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Public Health in District of Columbia

Public Health Schools in District of Columbia

Jobs for Public Health Grads in District of Columbia

11,940 people in the state and 1,770,220 in the nation are employed in jobs related to Public Health.

Public Health Jobs Nationwide vs. DC

Wages for Public Health Jobs in District of Columbia

Public Health grads earn an average of $131,106 in the state and $110,966 nationwide.

Public Health Wages Nationwide vs. DC

There are 3 colleges in District of Columbia that offer Public Health degrees in our data. Learn about the most popular 3 below:

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $66,952 a year. With an admission rate of 44%, getting in takes some planning. 92% of full-time students return after their first year.

#2

American University

Washington

Graduates earn a median salary of $50,329 in their first year after graduation. The school admits about 47% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 86%.

#3

Georgetown University

Washington

Graduates earn a median salary of $76,027 in their first year after graduation. About 13% of those who apply are admitted. 97% of full-time students return after their first year.

Public Health Careers in DC

Some of the careers Public Health majors go into include:

Job Title Nationwide Job Growth Nationwide Median Salary
Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary $46,663
Genetic Counselors $58,726
Medical and Health Services Managers $129,557
Community Health Workers $73,901
Health Education Specialists $81,726
Equal Opportunity Representatives and Officers $52,280
Environmental Compliance Inspectors $119,630
Coroners $110,095
Physics Teachers, Postsecondary $80,685
Government Property Inspectors and Investigators $50,883
Regulatory Affairs Specialists $85,399
Customs Brokers $67,529

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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View Nationwide Public Health Report

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