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Public Health Schools in Illinois

Jobs for Public Health Grads in Illinois

In this state, there are 54,790 people employed in jobs related to a Public Health degree, compared to 1,770,220 nationwide.

Public Health Jobs Nationwide vs. IL

Wages for Public Health Jobs in Illinois

In this state, Public Health grads earn an average of $109,797. Nationwide, they make an average of $110,966.

Public Health Wages Nationwide vs. IL

There are 6 colleges in Illinois that offer Public Health degrees in our data. Learn about the most popular 6 below:

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $47,662 a year. The school admits about 78% of applicants. 78% of full-time students return after their first year.

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $51,737 a year. About 77% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 69%.

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $53,513 a year. About 44% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 94%.

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $73,331 a year. With an admission rate of 7%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 97%.

Graduates earn a median salary of $83,585 in their first year after graduation. With an admission rate of 89%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 77%.

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $50,621 after earning their degree at this institution. About 81% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 84%.

Public Health Careers in IL

Some of the careers Public Health majors go into include:

Job Title Nationwide Job Growth Nationwide Median Salary
Regulatory Affairs Specialists 14% $85,399
Physics Teachers, Postsecondary 14% $80,685
Genetic Counselors 13% $58,726
Community Health Workers 13% $73,901
Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary 11% $46,663
Environmental Compliance Inspectors 10% $119,630
Occupational Health and Safety Technicians 9% $48,647
Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists 9% $111,314
Medical and Health Services Managers 9% $129,557
Compliance Officers 9% $71,138
Physicists 9% $111,776
Industrial Ecologists 9% $83,212

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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