Public Health
Bachelor's degree · Southern Illinois University Edwardsville · Edwardsville, IL
$35,023Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$47,652Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$26,000Median federal debt
24Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Public Health at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville earn a median of $35,023 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $58,808 four years after graduating (middle half: $41,981–$79,154). Median debt is $26,000, about 74% of first-year earnings.
Public Health (Bachelor's degree) at other Illinois schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois State University Normal | $59,207 | $20,009 |
| University of Illinois Chicago Chicago | $41,585 | $20,500 |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign | $40,564 | $19,728 |
| Northwestern University Evanston | $39,956 | $14,684 |
| Governors State University University Park | $36,537 | $17,928 |
| Rasmussen University-Illinois Rockford | $35,433 | $25,607 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Public Health graduates from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville make?
The median salary is $35,023 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $26,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.