Best colleges for Public Health in Oregon
Ranked by graduate earnings
Oregon State University, Portland State University and Oregon Health & Science University award the most Public Health degrees in Oregon: 207, 92 and 55 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 12 Oregon colleges offer Public Health and award 414 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Public Health program focuses on promoting health and preventing disease within communities. It prepares students to address health-related issues through various specializations, including Environmental Health, Maternal and Child…
Top 4 bachelor's programs, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oregon State University Corvallis Public · Bachelor's degree | $40,682 | 207 | 70% | — | $24,000 |
| 2 | Portland State University Portland Public · Bachelor's degree | $36,762 | 92 | 53% | — | $27,000 |
| 3 | Western Oregon University Monmouth Public · Bachelor's degree Small program | $35,701 | 18 | 47% | — | $21,691 |
| 4 | Pacific University Forest Grove Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree Small program | $30,412 | 13 | 67% | $30,571 | $26,277 |
Colleges awarding the most Public Health degrees in Oregon
Top 10 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Certificate and associate programs, online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oregon State University Corvallis Public | 207 | $40,682 |
| 2 | Portland State University Portland Public | 92 | $36,762 |
| 3 | Oregon Health & Science University Portland Public | 55 | Not reported |
| 4 | Western Oregon University Monmouth Public | 18 | $35,701 |
| 5 | Willamette University Salem Private not-for-profit | 14 | Not reported |
| 6 | Pacific University Forest Grove Private not-for-profit | 13 | $30,412 |
| 7 | George Fox University Newberg Private not-for-profit | 4 | Not reported |
| 8 | Linfield University McMinnville Private not-for-profit | 3 | Not reported |
| 9 | National University of Natural Medicine Portland Private not-for-profit | 2 | Not reported |
| 10 | Oregon Institute of Technology Klamath Falls Public | 2 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 2 Oregon colleges offering Public Health
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linn-Benton Community College | Albany | Public | 3 |
| Central Oregon Community College | Bend | Public | 1 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Medical and Health Services Managers (SOC 11-9111).
Top skills
What Medical and Health Services Managers earn in Oregon
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Public Health programs in Oregon.
Which Oregon colleges award the most Public Health degrees?+
Oregon State University (207 graduates a year), Portland State University (92 graduates a year) and Oregon Health & Science University (55 graduates a year) award the most Public Health degrees in Oregon, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 12 Oregon colleges offer Public Health.
Which Public Health program in Oregon has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, Oregon State University tops the list at $40,682. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
How much do Medical and Health Services Managers earn in Oregon?+
The average annual wage for Medical and Health Services Managers in Oregon is $167,090 (median $141,690), across about 5,550 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Public Health program?+
The Public Health program focuses on promoting health and preventing disease within communities. It prepares students to address health-related issues through various specializations, including Environmental Health, Maternal and Child…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop speaking, critical thinking, writing, reading comprehension, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Medical and Health Services Managers?+
The national job outlook is about +23.2% growth with around 62,100 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A Bachelor's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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