General Public Health at Thomas Jefferson University
What traits are you looking for in a school for General Public Health, consider the program at Thomas Jefferson University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Thomas Jefferson University sits in Philadelphia, PA.
During the most recent reporting year, 104 general public health degrees were awarded at Thomas Jefferson University.
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Online Class Availability at Thomas Jefferson University
Distance learning is available at Thomas Jefferson University. Of 8,238 students, 927 (11%) studied exclusively online and 3,126 (38%) took at least some classes online.
General Public Health Rankings at Thomas Jefferson University
These rankings give you a sense of how Thomas Jefferson University’s General Public Health program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #6 of 12 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #8 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #27 of 50 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #39 of 56 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #98 of 280 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #246 of 299 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #6 of 12 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #8 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #27 of 50 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #39 of 56 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #98 of 280 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #246 of 299 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for General Public Health graduates at Thomas Jefferson University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, General Public Health graduates at Thomas Jefferson University are 71% women (74) and 29% men (30).
General Public Health Master’s Program at Thomas Jefferson University
Of the 90 master’s general public health graduates at Thomas Jefferson University, 71% were women (64) and 29% were men (26).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Public Health master’s degree recipients at Thomas Jefferson University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 53 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 8 |
| Asian | 15 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 6 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 32% of General Public Health master’s degree recipients at Thomas Jefferson University, lower than the national average of 49%.*
General Public Health Doctoral Program at Thomas Jefferson University
Among the 7 doctoral general public health degrees awarded at Thomas Jefferson University, 86% were women (6) and 14% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Public Health doctoral degree recipients at Thomas Jefferson University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
Minority students account for 43% of General Public Health doctoral degree recipients at Thomas Jefferson University, lower than the national average of 51%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Top-Paying Careers for General Public Health Graduates
Graduates of the General Public Health program at Thomas Jefferson University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for General Public Health majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Medical and Health Services Managers | $129,557 |
| Health Education Specialists | $81,726 |
| Community Health Workers | $73,901 |
| Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | $46,663 |
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.