Best Public Health Schools in Michigan

Michigan has 6 colleges offering Public Health programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 78 recent graduates. Graduates in Michigan earn $44,220 on average within two years — 29% above the national average of $34,249, making the state one of the stronger markets for this field.

School choice matters significantly: Oakland University graduates earn $55,512 while Central Michigan University graduates earn $41,007 — a $14,505 gap. Research each program's curriculum, employer connections, and career services before deciding.

Schools in MI

$44,220

MI Avg. Earnings

$34,249

National Avg.

232

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Public Health in Michigan

Public Schools (5)

$48,260

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (1)

$36,141

avg. 2yr earnings

Public schools in Michigan produce comparable or higher early earnings for Public Health graduates, often at lower cost — making them strong value options.

Public Health Schools in Michigan, Ranked by Earnings

Oakland University

Rochester Hills, MI · Public

$55,512

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $61,508

Graduates: 24

Acceptance: 70.2%

University of Michigan-Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor, MI · Public

N/A

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 17.9%

Eastern Michigan University

Ypsilanti, MI · Public

N/A

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $31,401

Graduates: 30

Acceptance: 81.3%

Wayne State University

Detroit, MI · Public

N/A

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 82.0%

University of Detroit Mercy

Detroit, MI · Private

$36,141

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $40,505

Graduates: 24

Acceptance: 80.1%

Central Michigan University

Mount Pleasant, MI · Public

$41,007

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 91.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Public Health in Michigan?

Oakland University ranks #1 for Public Health in Michigan with median graduate earnings of $55,512 within two years of graduation. There are 6 schools offering Public Health programs in the state.

How much do Public Health graduates earn in Michigan?

Public Health graduates in Michigan earn an average of $44,220 within two years of graduation. This is 29% above the national average of $34,249 for this major.

What is the hardest Public Health school to get into in Michigan?

University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is the most selective Public Health program in Michigan with an acceptance rate of 17.9%. The average acceptance rate across Public Health programs in the state is 70.5%.

Should I attend a public or private school for Public Health in Michigan?

In Michigan, private Public Health programs produce average earnings of $36,141 vs $48,260 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 5 public and 1 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Michigan

Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $78,199 Computer Engineering $77,621 Industrial Engineering $73,496 Chemical Engineering $73,272 Biomedical/Medical Engineering $72,128 Materials Engineering $71,516 Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians $70,187 Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians $69,677

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study file last updated June 2026. Institution-level figures elsewhere on the site come from the June 2026 release.