Public Health at Oregon State University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Oregon State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Oregon State University graduates earn $65k, placing them in the 70th 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 Oregon
Public Health masters's programs at peer institutions in Oregon (6 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oregon State University | $65,442 | $69,360 | — | — |
| Oregon State University-Cascades Campus | $65,442 | $69,360 | — | — |
| Oregon Health & Science University | $61,670 | $104,883 | — | — |
| National Median | $60,435 | — | — | — |
Other Public Health Programs in Oregon
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Oregon schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oregon State University-Cascades Campus Bend | $12,594 | $65,442 | — |
| Oregon Health & Science University Portland | — | $61,670 | — |
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 Oregon State University, approximately 22% 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.