EMPLOYERS VALUE PUBLIC HEALTH MAJORS
Whether in the classroom or in the community, through research or through our programs and centers, the School of Public Health at Georgia State University provides a broad, practical understanding of complex health issues ranging from violence, tobacco use and obesity to environmental threats and HIV/AIDS. Our faculty conduct innovative research and test community-based interventions, while remaining committed to teaching and mentoring students, and our degree programs place special emphasis on urban health issues, chronic disease and elimination of disparities in health and treatment. The School of Public Health instills in students the value of using their knowledge and discovery to create positive change in the world.
Epidemiology, Community Health and SPSS are top skills for Public Health grads.
CDC, FDA and Kaiser Permanente are top employers for Public Health grads.
Behavioral Scientist, Epidemiologist and Biostatistician are common job titles for Public Health grads.
76% of Public Health grads have advanced degrees.
Epidemiologists earn an average of $85K per year.
79% of Public Health grads from GSU are female.
90% of Public Health grads from GSU stay in Georgia.
Research, Data Analysis and Public Speaking are top skills for GSU Public Health grads.
CDC, CHOA and Georgia Department of Public Health are top employers for Public Health grads from GSU.
The average salary for Public Health grads from GSU is $68K.
Epidemiologist, Research Fellow and Data Analyst are top job titles for Public Health grads from GSU.
Major Stories
PUBLIC HEALTH FACULTY HELP STUDENTS WRITE THEIR SUCCESS STORIES.
Located at one of America's most innovative and diverse research universities, the Georgia State School of Public Health educates the next generation of public health leaders who are dedicated to advancing health equity. Faculty and students discuss the GSU Public Health Program.
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Located at one of America's most innovative and diverse research universities, the Georgia State School of Public Health educates the next generation of public health leaders who are dedicated to advancing health equity. Faculty and students discuss the GSU Public Health Program.
Your Degree at Work
HERE ARE THE TOP FIVE EMPLOYMENT FIELDS OF GSU STUDENTS WITH A PUBLIC HEALTH DEGREE.
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WHY HIRE PUBLIC HEALTH MAJORS FOR THIS FIELD? THEY'VE GOT SKILLS!
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AVG. SALARY
AVG. YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
COMMON JOB TITLES
WHY HIRE PUBLIC HEALTH MAJORS FOR THIS FIELD? THEY'VE GOT SKILLS!
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AVG. SALARY
AVG. YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
COMMON JOB TITLES
WHY HIRE PUBLIC HEALTH MAJORS FOR THIS FIELD? THEY'VE GOT SKILLS!
INDUSTRY
AVG. SALARY
AVG. YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
COMMON JOB TITLES
WHY HIRE PUBLIC HEALTH MAJORS FOR THIS FIELD? THEY'VE GOT SKILLS!
INDUSTRY
AVG. SALARY
AVG. YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
COMMON JOB TITLES
WHY HIRE PUBLIC HEALTH MAJORS FOR THIS FIELD? THEY'VE GOT SKILLS!
TAKE A LOOK AT THE CO-CURRICULAR PROGRAMING AVAILABLE TO PUBLIC HEALTH MAJORS.
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Your Career Starts Here
TOP EMPLOYERS OF GSU PUBLIC HEALTH GRADS AND AVERAGE SALARY
WHAT DOES A CAREER PATH LOOK LIKE FOR A PUBLIC HEALTH MAJOR?
Career paths are often full of twists and turns. They are rarely straight lines. Watch the following video tutorial to learn how to explore the career paths of GSU alumni who after graduating with a degree in this major pursued their interests and passions rather than a specific job title:
PROGRAM
EVALUATOR
79%
About 79% of 1,445 people working as Program Evaluators majored in fields other than Social Sciences & Liberal Arts. The chart above shows what they studied.
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79 Program Evaluators majored in Public Health.
EDUCATION
DIRECTOR
75%
About 75% of 15,047 people working as Education Directors majored in fields other than Education. The chart above shows what they studied.
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41 Education Directors majored in Public Health.
CLINICAL
RESEARCH ASSOCIATE
85%
About 85% of 26,633 Clinical Research Associates majored in fields other than Nursing. The chart above shows what they studied.
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1,105 Clinical Research Associates majored in Public Health.
IS GRAD SCHOOL NECESSARY FOR YOUR CAREER?
Learn about typical entry-level education requirements for over 800 occupations, reasons you should go to Grad School, reasons you should not go to Grad School, and whether or not you should go to Grad School right after Undergrad.
COVID Response Case Investigation Supervisor - Georgia Department of Public Health
"My courses in epidemiology, public speaking, and program evaluation and implementation created a strong foundation for who I am today. Being able to collaborate with my peers and professors also allowed me to feel comfortable working with any and everyone within my workplace no matter their background. I plan to continue using these skills in the future no matter where public health takes me next."
North Metro GNETS (Georgia Network for Educational and Therapeutic Support) School Social Worker - Oakland Meadow Elementary
"Our success is determined by how many people we are able to help solve a problem."
Program Evaluation Assistant - Smith Consulting Group Services, LLC (INSIGHT Community Health Evaluation)
"I learned skills during my time at GSU’s School of Public Health. My degree taught me how to ask questions and probe deeper into an issue. I also learned technical skills like how to work with tools like the Office Suite, SPSS, SAS and R, as well as soft skills like networking and working with my peers. All of these skills are important and I use them every day."
University Career Services
Center for the Advancement of Students and Alumni
Are you interested in pursuing a graduate degree? The CASA is a campus hub of faculty, staff, and students helping to make PhD programs, medical school, and law school accessible to all students with an interest and motivation to pursue these paths.
University Advisement Center
Want to know more about the course scheduling, program, and degree requirements for this and other majors? The UAC is here to assist you in charting your path.
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