Public Health
Master's degree · Western Michigan University · Kalamazoo, MI
$73,217Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$41,000Median federal debt
7Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Public Health at Western Michigan University earn a median of $73,217 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 $41,000, about 56% of first-year earnings.
Public Health (Master's degree) at other Michigan schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan State University East Lansing | $66,933 | $50,523 |
| Wayne State University Detroit | $63,666 | $37,639 |
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor | $62,622 | $53,500 |
| University of Detroit Mercy Detroit | $57,343 | — |
| Oakland University Rochester Hills | $55,015 | $37,302 |
| Grand Valley State University Allendale | $54,781 | $48,000 |
| University of Michigan-Flint Flint | $48,090 | $44,134 |
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$60,669
Frequently asked questions
How much do Public Health graduates from Western Michigan University make?
The median salary is $73,217 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $41,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.