Public Health at New York University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How New York University graduates compare to all programs nationally
New York University graduates earn $67k, placing them in the 75th percentile of all public health masters programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in New York
Public Health masters's programs at peer institutions in New York (38 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York University | $66,652 | $81,579 | — | — |
| SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University | $74,881 | $71,505 | — | — |
| CUNY Graduate School and University Center | $74,028 | — | — | — |
| Columbia University in the City of New York | $71,704 | $89,304 | — | — |
| Monroe University | $67,109 | — | — | — |
| Hofstra University | $64,443 | $84,533 | — | — |
| National Median | $60,435 | — | — | — |
Other Public Health Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University Brooklyn | — | $74,881 | — |
| CUNY Graduate School and University Center New York | $7,410 | $74,028 | — |
| Columbia University in the City of New York New York | $69,045 | $71,704 | — |
| Monroe University Bronx | $17,922 | $67,109 | — |
| Hofstra University Hempstead | $55,450 | $64,443 | — |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At New York University, approximately 19% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.