Public Health at Mercyhurst University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Public Health, you may want to check out the program at Mercyhurst University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Mercyhurst University is in Erie, PA.
During the most recent reporting year, 6 public health graduations were recorded at Mercyhurst University.
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Studying Online at Mercyhurst University
Many students take online classes at Mercyhurst University. Among 2,632 students, 191 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 668 (25%) took at least some classes online.
Public Health Rankings at Mercyhurst University
Use these rankings to compare Mercyhurst University’s Public Health program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #None of 84 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #None of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #None of 430 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #None of 79 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #None of 23 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #None of 411 |
Earnings for Public Health Graduates from Mercyhurst University
Those who finish Mercyhurst University’s Public Health program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $31,732 |
| 2 years | $26,933 |
| 3 years | $34,044 |
| 4 years | $47,849 |
| 5 years | $55,196 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Public Health graduates from Mercyhurst University earn a median of $47,849, compared with $53,168 for all Mercyhurst University graduates — about 10% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Public Health graduates from Mercyhurst University stands at $25,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Public Health graduates at Mercyhurst University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Public Health graduates at Mercyhurst University are 83% women (5) and 17% men (1).
Public Health Bachelor’s Program at Mercyhurst University
Among the 6 bachelor’s public health graduates at Mercyhurst University, 83% were women (5) and 17% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Public Health bachelor’s degree recipients at Mercyhurst University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
Minority students account for 33% of Public Health bachelor’s degree recipients at Mercyhurst University, below the national average of 57%.*
*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 Mercyhurst University
This Public Health program at Mercyhurst University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Public Health | 6 |
Top-Paying Careers for Public Health Graduates
Those who complete Public Health program at Mercyhurst University work across a variety of fields. Here are the highest-paying careers for Public Health majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Medical and Health Services Managers | $129,557 |
| Physicists | $111,776 |
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | $111,314 |
| Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health | $90,139 |
| Epidemiologists | $87,636 |
| Industrial Ecologists | $83,212 |
| Health Education Specialists | $81,726 |
| Community Health Workers | $73,901 |
| Environmental Restoration Planners | $61,737 |
| Genetic Counselors | $58,726 |
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.