6 Public Health Programs
| # | School | Net Price | In-State Tuition | Graduation Rate | Acceptance Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Murray State University
Murray, Kentucky
|
$9,121 | $9,708 | 59.5% | 84.0% |
| 2 |
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, Kentucky
|
$9,962 | $10,130 | 49.7% | 64.3% |
| 3 |
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, Kentucky
|
$10,916 | $11,436 | 53.7% | 97.0% |
| 4 |
University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky
|
$17,218 | $13,212 | 69.9% | 94.9% |
| 5 |
University of Louisville
Louisville, Kentucky
|
$17,634 | $12,828 | 60.7% | 81.5% |
| 6 |
Sullivan University
Louisville, Kentucky
|
$25,785 | $14,220 | 30.2% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What explains the huge cost difference between Murray State and Sullivan University?
Murray State's public funding allows it to offer Public Health education at $9,121 net cost compared to Sullivan University's private for-profit model at $25,785. Public universities like Murray State and Eastern Kentucky also benefit from state appropriations that keep tuition lower for residents.
How do graduation rates vary among Kentucky's Public Health programs?
University of Kentucky leads with a 69.90% graduation rate, while Sullivan University graduates only 30.20% of students. The public universities cluster between 49.70% and 69.90%, showing more consistent outcomes than the private option.
Does attending a more expensive program lead to higher earnings?
Sullivan University graduates earn $36,848 despite the school's low 30.20% graduation rate and high $25,785 cost. Western Kentucky graduates earn $34,793 at less than half the price, suggesting cost and earnings don't always correlate directly.
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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.