Public Health at Purdue University Global
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Purdue University Global graduates compare to all programs nationally
Purdue University Global graduates earn $55k, placing them in the 27th 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 Indiana
Public Health masters's programs at peer institutions in Indiana (11 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purdue University Global | $55,250 | $53,674 | — | — |
| Indiana University-Indianapolis | $61,574 | $70,006 | — | — |
| Indiana University-Bloomington | $56,129 | $63,982 | — | — |
| Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion | $52,113 | — | — | — |
| Indiana Wesleyan University-National & Global | $52,113 | — | — | — |
| Purdue University-Main Campus | $45,249 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $60,435 | — | — | — |
Other Public Health Programs in Indiana
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Indiana schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana University-Indianapolis Indianapolis | $10,449 | $61,574 | — |
| Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington | $11,790 | $56,129 | — |
| Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion | $31,168 | $52,113 | — |
| Indiana Wesleyan University-National & Global Marion | $8,216 | $52,113 | — |
| Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette | $9,992 | $45,249 | — |
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 Purdue University Global, approximately 48% 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.