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Public Health at University of Georgia

Athens, GA · Public · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $39,534/yr (2% vs median)

AI Risk High (48% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (179,000 openings/yr)

ROI 14.5x earnings multiple (5.4x out-of-state)

Ranked #22 of 213 Public Health programs Top 10%

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Public Health graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$655K	$647K	$572K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	14.6x	14.5x	12.8x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	5.4x	5.4x	4.7x
Probability of Field Employment	55%	52%	36%
DegreeOutlook Score	60	59	57

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$44,720

Out-of-state: $120,880 (5.4x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$55,264

-24% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$20,788

6.3 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$68,297

73% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $39,534/yr, roughly in line with the $38,916 national median for Public Health. The value proposition here depends on cost, not earnings.

With a 14.5x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 13% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Public Health career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $20,788 against $39,534/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

At #22 of 213 programs, this Public Health program outperforms the majority of its peers. The top 10% ranking reflects consistently above-average outcomes.

The $39,534-to-$68,297 earnings arc over five years reflects a 73% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About University of Georgia

University of Georgia accepts 37% of applicants — selective, though not ultra-competitive, with 31,310 students enrolled in Athens, GA.

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Top Career Paths

Physicists $166,290/yr

Medical and health services managers $117,960/yr

Health specialties teachers, postsecondary $105,620/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 59/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Public Health at University of Georgia?

At 59/100, University of Georgia's Public Health program delivers middling returns. School cost and personal fit become important decision factors.

Should I worry about AI if I study Public Health at University of Georgia?

The 48% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →