Public Health
Master's degree · Duke University · Durham, NC
$61,687Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$80,065Median earnings 4 years after
$70,145Median earnings 5 years after
$86,775Median federal debt
12Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Public Health at Duke University earn a median of $61,687 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 $86,775, about 141% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
Public Health (Master's degree) at other North Carolina schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Queens University of Charlotte Charlotte | $83,250 | $41,000 |
| Campbell University Buies Creek | $74,166 | $78,500 |
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill | $60,926 | $56,414 |
| University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte | $57,197 | $37,578 |
| East Carolina University Greenville | $54,877 | $39,484 |
| University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro | $49,865 | $32,676 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Public Health graduates from Duke University make?
The median salary is $61,687 one year after graduation and $70,145 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $86,775.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.