Community Health and Preventive Medicine

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#1

#1 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

Tufts University
Medford, MA

Every year, Tufts University grants about 159 degrees to those majoring in Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Computer Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and International Relations and Affairs....view more

Acceptance Rate

10%

Annual Degrees Awarded

53

SAT Score

1,460–1,550

Est. Net Price *

$33,333

Median Starting Salary

$59,401

#2

#2 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

University of Florida
Gainesville, FL

At the University of Florida, the most popular majors students pursue are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. In fact, the University of Florida grants 587 degrees per year to Biology/Biological Sciences, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

24%

Annual Degrees Awarded

192

SAT Score

1,310–1,480

Est. Net Price *

$11,521

Median Starting Salary

$53,756

#3

#3 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

George Mason University
Fairfax, VA

Annually, George Mason University awards around 398 degrees to those studying Information Technology, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

89%

Annual Degrees Awarded

174

SAT Score

1,150–1,350

Est. Net Price *

$18,900

Median Starting Salary

$56,624

#4

#4 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY

At Hofstra University, the most popular majors students pursue are Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Radio, Television, and Digital Communication, Other, Finance, and General. In fact, Hofstra University grants 70 degrees annually to Marketing/Marketing Management, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

71%

Annual Degrees Awarded

57

SAT Score

1,220–1,390

Est. Net Price *

$35,687

Median Starting Salary

$60,867

#5

#5 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL

At the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Accounting, Computer Engineering, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

44%

Annual Degrees Awarded

150

SAT Score

1,290–1,510

Est. Net Price *

$14,297

Median Starting Salary

$57,292

#6

#6 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
La Crosse, WI

Each year, the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse grants about 235 degrees to those majoring in Biology/Biological Sciences, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Psychology, General, Finance, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

73%

Annual Degrees Awarded

67

SAT Score

1,080–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$13,125

Median Starting Salary

$63,854

#7

#7 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

University of Maryland-College Park
College Park, MD

Every year, the University of Maryland-College Park grants around 945 degrees to students studying Computer Science, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Information Science/Studies, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

45%

Annual Degrees Awarded

102

SAT Score

1,380–1,520

Est. Net Price *

$15,833

Median Starting Salary

$57,374

#8

#8 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

Indiana University-Bloomington
Bloomington, IN

At Indiana University-Bloomington, the three most popular college majors students study are Business/Commerce, General, Public Administration, and Mass Communication/Media Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

102

SAT Score

1,210–1,410

Est. Net Price *

$16,282

Median Starting Salary

$61,530

#9

#9 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

Monroe College
Bronx, NY

Each year, Monroe College grants about 190 degrees to students studying Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

66%

Annual Degrees Awarded

55

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$11,476

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#10

#10 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

Portland State University
Portland, OR

At Portland State University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Social Sciences, and General. In fact, Portland State University awards 356 degrees per year to graduating Psychology, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

103

SAT Score

970–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$12,509

Median Starting Salary

$54,675

#11

#11 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

Governors State University
University Park, IL

At Governors State University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

57%

Annual Degrees Awarded

44

SAT Score

830–1,060

Est. Net Price *

$10,833

Median Starting Salary

$56,890

#12

#12 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

University of Florida-Online
Gainesville, FL

At the University of Florida-Online, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Computer and Information Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

64%

Annual Degrees Awarded

24

SAT Score

1,270–1,400

Est. Net Price *

$10,412

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#13

#13 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

Charleston Southern University
Charleston, SC

Each year, Charleston Southern University grants around 90 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

76%

Annual Degrees Awarded

18

SAT Score

950–1,170

Est. Net Price *

$21,347

Median Starting Salary

$58,146

#14

#14 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

Hollins University
Roanoke, VA

At Hollins University, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, English Language and Literature, General, and Creative Writing. In fact, Hollins University awards 16 degrees annually to Psychology, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

71%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,120–1,340

Est. Net Price *

$23,444

Median Starting Salary

$58,315

#15

#15 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

Louisiana State University-Shreveport
Shreveport, LA

At Louisiana State University-Shreveport, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, General Studies, Finance, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

83%

Annual Degrees Awarded

22

SAT Score

1,010–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$7,554

Median Starting Salary

$55,616

#16

#16 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

Moravian University
Bethlehem, PA

At Moravian University, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

54%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

1,070–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$30,720

Median Starting Salary

$61,875

#17

#17 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

SUNY Cortland
Cortland, NY

Annually, SUNY Cortland grants about 165 degrees to students majoring in Physical Education Teaching and Coaching, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

51%

Annual Degrees Awarded

27

SAT Score

1,100–1,250

Est. Net Price *

$18,474

Median Starting Salary

$64,177

#18

#18 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

Utah Valley University
Orem, UT

At Utah Valley University, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

59

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$8,650

Median Starting Salary

$57,772

#19

#19 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

Murray State University
Murray, KY

At Murray State University, the most popular majors students study are Agriculture, Agriculture Operations, and Related Sciences, Other, Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

25

SAT Score

1,000–1,230

Est. Net Price *

$9,738

Median Starting Salary

$58,378

#20

#20 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

University of California-San Diego
La Jolla, CA

At the University of California-San Diego, the most popular majors students study are Cognitive Science, Computer Science, and Anatomy. In fact, the University of California-San Diego grants 717 degrees annually to graduating Cognitive Science students....view more

Acceptance Rate

25%

Annual Degrees Awarded

22

SAT Score

1,290–1,490

Est. Net Price *

$13,293

Median Starting Salary

$52,855

#21

#21 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

Whitworth University
Spokane, WA

At Whitworth University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Biological and Physical Sciences, Business Administration and Management, and General. In fact, Whitworth University grants 57 degrees annually to Psychology, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,100–1,330

Est. Net Price *

$27,491

Median Starting Salary

$60,290

#22

#22 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

South Dakota State University
Brookings, SD

Each year, South Dakota State University awards about 336 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Mechanical Engineering, Animal Sciences, General, and Business/Managerial Economics....view more

Acceptance Rate

99%

Annual Degrees Awarded

22

SAT Score

1,020–1,250

Est. Net Price *

$18,233

Median Starting Salary

$62,513

#23

#23 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

St Catherine University
Saint Paul, MN

Every year, St Catherine University awards around 167 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Public Health, General, Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician, and Social Work....view more

Acceptance Rate

94%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,050–1,250

Est. Net Price *

$22,357

Median Starting Salary

$57,978

#24

#24 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA

At Western Washington University, the three most popular college majors students study are Psychology, General, Computer and Information Sciences, General, and Creative Writing. In fact, Western Washington University awards 218 degrees every year to Psychology, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

16

SAT Score

1,120–1,350

Est. Net Price *

$22,096

Median Starting Salary

$58,280

#25

#25 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

Concordia University-Saint Paul
Saint Paul, MN

At Concordia University-Saint Paul, the three most popular college majors students study are Nursing Practice, Business Administration and Management, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more

Acceptance Rate

75%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

1,110–1,310

Est. Net Price *

$17,989

Median Starting Salary

$59,510

#26

#26 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

University of the Incarnate Word
San Antonio, TX

Every year, the University of the Incarnate Word awards about 118 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

93%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

910–1,150

Est. Net Price *

$21,246

Median Starting Salary

$57,666

#27

#27 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

Kean University
Union, NJ

At Kean University, the three most popular college majors students study are Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. In fact, Kean University grants 359 degrees per year to graduating Psychology, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

77%

Annual Degrees Awarded

18

SAT Score

960–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$11,593

Median Starting Salary

$59,025

#28

#28 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WI

Annually, the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire awards about 166 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

76%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,080–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$15,323

Median Starting Salary

$63,422

#29

#29 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania
Bloomsburg, PA

At Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania, the most popular majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

970–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$18,004

Median Starting Salary

$0

#30

#30 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

Saint Cloud State University
Saint Cloud, MN

At Saint Cloud State University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, Finance, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

970–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$14,648

Median Starting Salary

$60,010

#31

#31 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY

Annually, Western Kentucky University grants about 170 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Business Administration and Management, General, General Studies, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

97%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

880–1,040

Est. Net Price *

$12,054

Median Starting Salary

$57,429

#32

#32 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

Bemidji State University
Bemidji, MN

Each year, Bemidji State University awards around 126 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

71%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

970–1,140

Est. Net Price *

$16,349

Median Starting Salary

$61,288

#33

#33 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

Florida Gulf Coast University
Fort Myers, FL

Every year, Florida Gulf Coast University awards around 297 degrees to those majoring in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

77%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,040–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$10,548

Median Starting Salary

$58,064

#34

#34 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

Davis & Elkins College
Elkins, WV

At Davis & Elkins College, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, and Criminology. In fact, Davis & Elkins College grants 15 degrees every year to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

58%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

760–1,040

Est. Net Price *

$19,762

Median Starting Salary

$59,012

#35

#35 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

Radford University
Radford, VA

Every year, Radford University grants around 229 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

960–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$18,282

Median Starting Salary

$61,140

#36

#36 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
North Adams, MA

At Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

92%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

960–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$17,705

Median Starting Salary

$58,177

#37

#37 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, IL

At Northeastern Illinois University, the most popular majors students study are Computer Science, Social Work, and Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. In fact, Northeastern Illinois University grants 111 degrees per year to Computer Science majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

70%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

820–1,020

Est. Net Price *

$14,669

Median Starting Salary

$56,199

#38

#38 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

National University
San Diego, CA

At National University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, and General. In fact, National University grants 307 degrees per year to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

55%

Annual Degrees Awarded

59

SAT Score

750–1,170

Est. Net Price *

$28,115

Median Starting Salary

$57,233

#39

#39 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

Drury University-College of Continuing Professional Studies
Springfield, MO

Annually, Drury University-College of Continuing Professional Studies awards about 37 degrees to students majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$13,749

Median Starting Salary

$61,637

#40

#40 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

Rasmussen University-Florida
Ocala, FL

At Rasmussen University-Florida, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Educational Leadership and Administration, General, and Health/Health Care Administration/Management....view more

Acceptance Rate

74%

Annual Degrees Awarded

20

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$18,063

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#41

#41 Best College for Community Health and Preventive Medicine in the U.S.

Texas A&M University-San Antonio
San Antonio, TX

At Texas A&M University-San Antonio, the most popular majors students study are Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, Business Administration and Management, General, and Criminology....view more

Acceptance Rate

92%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

850–1,080

Est. Net Price *

$13,263

Median Starting Salary

$55,585

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About Community Health and Preventive Medicine

Community Health and Preventive Medicine programs prepare public health specialists to plan and manage health services in local community settings, including the coordination of related support services, government agencies, and private resources. Includes instruction in public health, community health services and delivery, health behavior and cultural factors, local government operations, human services, health communication and promotion, health services administration in local settings, environmental health, preventive and comparative medicine, epidemiology, biostatistics, family and community health, and applicable law and regulations.

For all the 1,547 degrees awarded in Community Health and Preventive Medicine per year, the majority of them are Bachelors degree. Out of the 1,547 students graduating with degrees at the Bachelors degree level across the US, 16% percent identify as men and 84% percent identify as women. Though students at schools all over the US study Community Health and Preventive Medicine, Florida has the most graduates. The average annual income for an undergraduate degree in Community Health and Preventive Medicine is $38,300.

Popularity of Community Health and Preventive Medicine Degrees in the U.S.
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Careers

For Community Health and Preventive Medicine majors, some of the most in demand careers include Medical and Health Services Managers, Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary and Community Health Workers. Not only that, Community Health and Preventive Medicine graduates may land a high salary job, such as Medical and Health Services Managers or Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Community Health and Preventive Medicine majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Community Health and Preventive Medicine majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
1,547
Female Students
1,292 (83%)
Male Students
255 (16%)

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