Public Health
Master's degree · Mercer University · Macon, GA
$48,184Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$73,262Median earnings 4 years after
$64,522Median earnings 5 years after
$66,000Median federal debt
43Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Public Health at Mercer University earn a median of $48,184 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 137% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
Public Health (Master's degree) at other Georgia schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Emory University Atlanta | $63,822 | $66,000 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
Other programs at Mercer University
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingMaster's degree
$119,903 - Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and AdministrationDoctoral degree
$107,402 - Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment ProfessionsMaster's degree
$104,977 - Management Sciences and Quantitative MethodsMaster's degree
$84,424 - Business/Commerce, GeneralMaster's degree
$82,590 - Curriculum and InstructionDoctoral degree
$82,159 - Mechanical EngineeringMaster's degree
$77,368 - Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingBachelor's degree
$76,787 - Rehabilitation and Therapeutic ProfessionsDoctoral degree
$74,161 - Engineering, GeneralBachelor's degree
$72,403 - Accounting and Related ServicesMaster's degree
$71,093 - Education, GeneralGraduate certificate
$69,055 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsGraduate certificate
$66,654 - Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, OtherMaster's degree
$65,576 - Health and Medical Administrative ServicesMaster's degree
$65,031 - LawDoctoral degree
$64,894 - MedicineDoctoral degree
$61,937 - Social Sciences, GeneralBachelor's degree
$61,612 - Clinical, Counseling and Applied PsychologyDoctoral degree
$59,391 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsMaster's degree
$55,169
Frequently asked questions
How much do Public Health graduates from Mercer University make?
The median salary is $48,184 one year after graduation and $64,522 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.