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Online Master of Public Health (M.P.H.) Job Outlook

Prepare to Advance in Public Health

Flexible Online Courses

CEPH-Accredited M.P.H.

Projections show solid 10-year employment growth for epidemiologists.1 As a passionate public health professional, employers need you to step in and take charge of change at local, national and international levels — and you can prepare to do just that by pursuing your Master of Public Health online with Benedictine University.

In addition to developing valuable skills, you’ll be able to access Benedictine University’s career support as an M.P.H. student and an alum. From resume help to mock interviews and personality assessments, we offer many professional services to help advance your career.

  • Acquire an in-demand master’s degree in less than two years
  • Earn an optional, career-aligned certificate along with your M.P.H. degree
  • Gain direct field experience during a supervised internship

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M.P.H. Job Opportunities

Epidemiologist $83,980 median annual salary1

Biostatistician  $108,907  average annual salary2

Public Relations and Fundraising Manager $132,870 median annual salary3

Medical and Health Services Administrator $117,960 median annual salary4

Maximize Your Career Options and Salary with an M.P.H. Degree

After acquiring your M.P.H. online with Benedictine, you’ll be ready to pursue careers across the public health field. For instance, you can seek roles in epidemiology to study the causes of diseases and injuries, playing a central role in public health policy. You can also choose a career path in biostatistics to analyze data on genetics, pharmaceuticals, environmental impacts and other factors that affect community well-being.

  • Epidemiologist employment is projected to grow by 19% from 2023 to 2033.1
  • During that same period, the employment of medical and health services managers is projected to increase by 29%.4
  • The average M.P.H. degree salary was $120,688 per year in March 2025.5

“Life as a recent graduate from Benedictine University’s online M.P.H. program has been more than rewarding for me. From my first course, to choosing an internship site, to applying for jobs, the opportunity has been exciting and life-changing.”

–Jose Adame, Online M.P.H. Graduate, Class of 2020

M.P.H. Alumni Careers

Benedictine M.P.H. alumni work for organizations in the U.S. and around the globe, including the following. These organizations have been at the forefront of researching and addressing public health issues, educating the public on healthy lifestyles and more.

Alumni Employers

  • American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
  • Mayo Clinic
  • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
  • Pfizer, Inc.
  • Office of Public Health

Program Outcomes and Skills Acquired

What You’ll Learn

  • Analyze and solve public health problems with statistical methods.
  • Prevent and control public health problems by analyzing patterns of disease and injury.
  • Improve population health problems through research.
  • Implement a culturally competent and ethical approach to public health practice, research, policy development and health disparities.
  • Develop, analyze and evaluate public health interventions and policies to improve population health.

Skills You’ll Gain

  • Biostatistics
  • Health behavior
  • Epidemiology
  • Health systems
  • Health law
  • Health policy
  • Leadership and management

Reach Your Full Professional Potential

Your relationship with Benedictine University doesn’t end when you graduate. Our goal is to promote your lifelong personal and professional development by providing you with a foundation for becoming a self-directed learner. From resume assistance to comprehensive career assessment tools, we offer many ways to define and pursue your professional aspirations.

Resume and Cover Letter Review

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Career Search Assistance

Let us help you find the career of your dreams using our database and other tools.

Career Assessments

Our Career Development Center offers complimentary assessment tools to help you research and explore an array of career paths.

Alumni Networking

Connect with other graduates at one of our local or virtual events.

Sources

  1. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor. Occupational Outlook Handbook. “Epidemiologists.” Retrieved May 14, 2025, https://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/epidemiologists.htm.
  2. Salary.com. “Biostatistician Salary in United States.” Retrieved April 18, 2025, from https://www.salary.com/research/salary/core/biostatistician-salary.
  3. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor. Occupational Outlook Handbook. “Public Relations and Fundraising Managers.” Retrieved May 14, 2025, from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/public-relations-managers.htm.
  4. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor. Occupational Outlook Handbook. “Medical and Health Services Managers.” Retrieved May 14, 2025, from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/medical-and-health-services-managers.htm.
  5. ZipRecruiter. “Master Of Public Health Salary.” Retrieved March 18, 2025, from https://www.ziprecruiter.com/Salaries/Master-Of-Public-Health-Salary#Yearly.