by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, and more. Also, learn how Capella University ranks among other schools offering degrees in public health.
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The bachelor's program at Capella University was ranked #162 on College Factual's Best Schools for public health list. It is also ranked #3 in Minnesota.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Capella University handed out 21 bachelor's degrees in public health. This is an increase of 75% over the previous year when 12 degrees were handed out.
In 2021, 106 students received their master’s degree in public health from Capella University. This makes it the #37 most popular school for public health master’s degree candidates in the country.
In addition, 74 students received their doctoral degrees in public health in 2021, making the school the #2 most popular school in the United States for this category of students.
Graduates of the master's public health program at Capella University make a median salary of $48,224. This is less than what their typical peers from other schools make. Their median salary is $49,402.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the public health majors at Capella University.
The public health program at Capella University awarded 21 bachelor's degrees in 2020-2021. About 19% of these degrees went to men with the other 81% going to women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Capella University with a bachelor's in public health.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 8 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| White | 9 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
During the 2020-2021 academic year, 106 students graduated with a bachelor's degree in public health from Capella University. About 12% were men and 88% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Capella University with a master's in public health.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 39 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 10 |
| White | 25 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 30 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Nursing | 4,027 |
| Mental & Social Health Services | 1,529 |
| Health & Medical Administrative Services | 914 |
| Bioethics/Medical Ethics | 525 |
| Medical Illustration & Informatics | 206 |
