Public Health
Master's degree · Boston University · Boston, MA
$68,423Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$88,820Median earnings 4 years after
$81,182Median earnings 5 years after
$62,334Median federal debt
375Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Public Health at Boston University earn a median of $68,423 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 $62,334, about 91% of first-year earnings.
Public Health (Master's degree) at other Massachusetts schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Harvard University Cambridge | $108,479 | $49,681 |
| Tufts University Medford | $70,674 | $96,582 |
| Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Boston | $69,004 | $47,832 |
| Northeastern University Professional Programs Boston | $65,374 | $41,000 |
| Northeastern University Boston | $65,374 | $41,000 |
| University of Massachusetts-Amherst Amherst | $61,185 | $30,775 |
| University of Massachusetts-Lowell Lowell | $58,180 | $38,228 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Public Health graduates from Boston University make?
The median salary is $68,423 one year after graduation and $81,182 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $62,334.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.