Public Health

Doctoral degree · University of Illinois Chicago · Chicago, IL

CIP 51.22

$114,438Median earnings 1 year after graduating

—Median earnings 3 years after

—Median earnings 5 years after

$48,587Median federal debt

5Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the doctoral degree program in Public Health at University of Illinois Chicago earn a median of $114,438 one year after completing the program. Nationally, doctoral degree graduates in this field earn a median of $108,962 four years after graduating (middle half: $85,957–$147,308). Median debt is $48,587, about 42% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Other programs at University of Illinois Chicago

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Business Administration, Management and OperationsMaster's degree$88,048
Legal Research and Advanced Professional StudiesMaster's degree$85,302
Civil EngineeringMaster's degree$80,376
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Special Education and TeachingMaster's degree$73,322
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Engineering, OtherMaster's degree$72,035
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Frequently asked questions

How much do Public Health graduates from University of Illinois Chicago make?

The median salary is $114,438 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $48,587.

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