Public Health

Master's degree · Emory University · Atlanta, GA

CIP 51.22

$63,822Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$88,896Median earnings 4 years after
$90,964Median earnings 5 years after
$66,000Median federal debt
424Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Public Health at Emory University earn a median of $63,822 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $82,751 four years after graduating (middle half: $61,518–$113,501). Median debt is $66,000, about 103% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

Public Health (Master's degree) at other Georgia schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Augusta University
Augusta
$58,410$44,801
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro
$52,130$31,995
Morehouse School of Medicine
Atlanta
$51,182$75,259
Georgia State University
Atlanta
$49,183$37,258
Mercer University
Macon
$48,184$66,000
South University-Savannah Online
Savannah
$47,587$54,215
South University-Savannah
Savannah
$47,587$54,215
University of Georgia
Athens
$47,001$30,923
Fort Valley State University
Fort Valley
$40,170$49,805

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Public Health graduates from Emory University make?

The median salary is $63,822 one year after graduation and $90,964 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $66,000.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.