B.S in Public Health

Make a Difference in the World

With a B.S. in Public Health, you'll prepare for a career that creates healthy communities through education, research and promotion of healthy environments and lifestyles. Also explore the minors below and the accelerated BS to MS degree program.

Earn a Master of Public Health (MPH) or Master of Science in Health Information Management

Make a difference in the world by improving human health. Our programs include:

Doctoral Degrees

Graduate Certificates

Public Health Certificate Programs

To apply or for more information, contact the undergraduate or graduate admissions office.

Meet Our Students

Marcus Whitlow poses for a group photo at 555 Lowell House Inc.
Marcus Whitlow '25
Public health (English minor)

Marcus Whitlow began pursuing a health care degree after caring for his family.

I feel like my leadership is needed in the city of Lowell.
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Superlan Lingga presents at a conference
Suparlan Lingga '17
Public Health – Health Care Management

Suparlan Lingga ’17 came to UMass Lowell to further his education in public health. Now he coordinates the Indonesian government’s work with UNICEF to improve child and maternal health, education and safety.

I had a great experience at UMass Lowell, with the knowledge and experience of the students, teachers and staff.
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UMass Lowell student Jack Callahan stands outside along a canal and brick building in Lowell.
Jack Callahan '25
Public Health

Jack Callahan is pursuing a public health degree to improve the lives of as many people as possible.

Working with the Center for Public Health provided me the amazing opportunity to work with a variety of communities and make a meaningful impact in the community.
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Shannon Gray '18, '19
Public Health

Shannon Gray started earning her master's degree in Public Health with a focus on epidemiology as an undergraduate. Her internship with the Uxbridge Board of Health broadened her exposure to the role public health professionals play and strengthened her skills.

The curriculum, professors and internships for the MPH program are excellent.
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