by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, average salaries, and more. Also, learn how UAB ranks among other schools offering degrees in public health.
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UAB is in the top 10% of the country for public health. More specifically it was ranked #35 out of 380 schools by College Factual. It is also ranked #1 in Alabama.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, University of Alabama at Birmingham handed out 107 bachelor's degrees in public health. This is a decrease of 4% over the previous year when 112 degrees were handed out.
In 2022, 219 students received their master’s degree in public health from UAB. This makes it the #13 most popular school for public health master’s degree candidates in the country.
In addition, 2 students received their doctoral degrees in public health in 2022, making the school the #78 most popular school in the United States for this category of students.
The median salary of public health students who receive their bachelor's degree at UAB is $32,187. Unfortunately, this is lower than the national average of $37,533 for all public health students.
While getting their bachelor's degree at UAB, public health students borrow a median amount of $27,138 in student loans. This is higher than the the typical median of $25,250 for all public health majors across the country.
The typical student loan payment of a bachelor's degree student from the public health program at UAB is $257 per month.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at UAB paid an average of $911 per credit hour if they came to the school from out-of-state. In-state students paid a discounted rate of $368 per credit hour. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $8,832 | $21,864 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $13,590 | $13,590 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $5,757 | $5,757 |
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The public health program at UAB awarded 107 bachelor's degrees in 2021-2022. About 21% of these degrees went to men with the other 79% going to women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham with a bachelor's in public health.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 15 |
| Black or African American | 33 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7 |
| White | 48 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 3 |
UAB does not offer an online option for its public health bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the UAB Online Learning page.
Public Health majors graduating with a master's degree from UAB make a median salary of $56,823 a year. This is less than what their typical peers from other schools make. Their median salary is $60,475.
The public health program at UAB awarded 288 master's degrees in 2021-2022. About 19% of these degrees went to men with the other 81% going to women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham with a master's in public health.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 20 |
| Black or African American | 74 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 8 |
| White | 141 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 26 |
| Other Races | 19 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the public health majors at University of Alabama at Birmingham.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Nursing | 1,118 |
| Health & Medical Administrative Services | 243 |
| Medicine | 189 |
| Rehabilitation & Therapeutic Professions | 170 |
| Dentistry | 77 |
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