General Public Health at University of Southern Maine
If you plan to study General Public Health, you may want to check out the program at University of Southern Maine. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Southern Maine is in Portland, ME.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 29 general public health degrees were granted at University of Southern Maine.
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Studying Online at University of Southern Maine
Online coursework is an option at University of Southern Maine. Of 7,604 students, 1,870 (25%) studied exclusively online and 2,803 (37%) took at least some classes online.
General Public Health Rankings at University of Southern Maine
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Southern Maine’s General Public Health program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Maine | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Maine | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #2 of 25 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #20 of 22 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #69 of 299 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #231 of 280 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Maine | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Maine | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #2 of 25 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #20 of 22 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #69 of 299 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #231 of 280 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of General Public Health graduates at University of Southern Maine, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, General Public Health graduates at University of Southern Maine are 79% women (23) and 21% men (6).
General Public Health Bachelor’s Program at University of Southern Maine
Of the 11 bachelor’s general public health graduates at University of Southern Maine, 82% were women (9) and 18% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Public Health bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Southern Maine.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 55% of General Public Health bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Southern Maine, below the national average of 58%.*
General Public Health Master’s Program at University of Southern Maine
Among the 14 master’s general public health degrees awarded at University of Southern Maine, 79% were women (11) and 21% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Public Health master’s degree recipients at University of Southern Maine.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Asian | 1 |
Minority students account for 7% of General Public Health master’s degree recipients at University of Southern Maine, below the national average of 49%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Best-Paid Careers for General Public Health Graduates
Students who finish General Public Health program at University of Southern Maine pursue many career paths. 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.