Public Health
Bachelor's degree · University of Detroit Mercy · Detroit, MI
$35,598Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$55,002Median earnings 4 years after
$61,664Median earnings 5 years after
$25,191Median federal debt
9Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Public Health at University of Detroit Mercy earn a median of $35,598 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 $25,191, about 71% of first-year earnings.
Public Health (Bachelor's degree) at other Michigan schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Oakland University Rochester Hills | $59,330 | $31,000 |
| Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti | $38,781 | $27,000 |
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor | $36,181 | $16,787 |
| Wayne State University Detroit | $32,584 | $18,750 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Public Health graduates from University of Detroit Mercy make?
The median salary is $35,598 one year after graduation and $61,664 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $25,191.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.