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Murray State University stands out with Kentucky's lowest net cost for Public Health at just $9,121, while Sullivan University charges nearly three times more at $25,785. The state's healthcare sector, led by employers like Humana, creates strong demand for public health graduates who earn between $28,453 and $36,848 annually. Six universities offer programs spanning from small-town Murray to Louisville's medical district.
6
Programs
$9,121 – $25,785
Net Price Range
$33,365
Avg. Program Earnings
54.0%
Avg. Graduation Rate

6 Public Health Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $9,121 $9,708 59.5% 84.0%
2 $9,962 $10,130 49.7% 64.3%
3 $10,916 $11,436 53.7% 97.0%
4 $17,218 $13,212 69.9% 94.9%
5 $17,634 $12,828 60.7% 81.5%
6 $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.

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