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Best Value Public Health Colleges in Oregon

Ranked by best return on investment (earnings vs. cost). See our methodology.

Portland State University delivers the state's most affordable public health education at just $12,932 net cost, though graduates earn $28,682 annually. Oregon's healthcare sector benefits from major employers like Kaiser Permanente and OHSU, creating steady demand for public health professionals. The earnings gap between the lowest and highest-paying programs spans nearly $8,000, with Oregon State's Corvallis campus leading at $36,222 despite costing $6,636 more than Portland State.
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Programs
$12,932 – $35,350
Net Price Range
$32,909
Avg. Program Earnings
60.2%
Avg. Graduation Rate

8 Public Health Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price Program Earnings In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $12,932 $28,682 $11,238 53.1% 93.1%
2 $17,722 $36,222 $12,594 51.2% 79.0%
3 $19,568 $36,222 $13,494 70.6% 82.5%
4 $18,290 $31,133 $11,025 44.8% 83.4%
5 $35,350 $32,284 $54,466 64.8% 92.3%
6 $27,341 $49,530 65.2% 88.7%
7 $16,391 $12,687 59.1% 92.6%
8 $23,663 $48,268 72.7% 80.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Oregon State University's public health program worth the higher cost?

Oregon State graduates earn $36,222 annually, which is $7,540 more than Portland State graduates despite paying $6,636 extra in net costs. The Corvallis campus also boasts a 70.60% graduation rate, significantly higher than most other programs in the state.

How do private schools compare to public options for value in Oregon?

Pacific University costs $35,350 net compared to Portland State's $12,932, yet graduates earn only $3,602 more annually. Private schools generally offer better graduation rates, with Pacific at 64.80% and Linfield at 65.20%, but the return on investment favors public institutions.

Where do Oregon public health graduates find the best job opportunities?

Portland's healthcare sector employs thousands through Kaiser Permanente, OHSU, and Providence Health, while Intel and Nike create corporate wellness roles. The Oregon Health Authority and county health departments also hire extensively throughout the state's 36 counties.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.