Public Health at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill graduates earn $61k, placing them in the 52th 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 North Carolina
Public Health masters's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (10 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill | $60,926 | $73,369 | — | — |
| Queens University of Charlotte | $83,250 | — | — | — |
| Campbell University | $74,166 | — | — | — |
| Duke University | $61,687 | $69,421 | — | — |
| University of North Carolina at Charlotte | $57,197 | — | — | — |
| East Carolina University | $54,877 | $61,977 | — | — |
| National Median | $60,435 | — | — | — |
Other Public Health Programs in North Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across North Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queens University of Charlotte Charlotte | $43,285 | $83,250 | — |
| Campbell University Buies Creek | $40,410 | $74,166 | — |
| Duke University Durham | $65,805 | $61,687 | — |
| University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte | $7,214 | $57,197 | — |
| East Carolina University Greenville | $7,361 | $54,877 | — |
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 University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, approximately 20% 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.