Epidemiology Degree

Epidemiology is a fascinating field of study within medicine that analyzes the causes, patterns, and effects of health conditions in defined populations. Epidemiologists leverage big data, disparate information, and evidence-based research to identify health risks and healthcare solutions to meet an ever-growing, aging population. Get more details below including other Louisiana colleges that offer epidemiology degrees.

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Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center – New Orleans (LSUHSC)

2844 Tennessee Ave, Kenner, LA

Thinking about starting a career in the medical field? The LSU College of Health in New Orleans has schools for dentistry, nursing, allied health, medicine, and more! Degrees are offered in:

• Physical, occupational, and speech therapy
• Dental surgery
• Dental hygienist
• Public health
• Research
• Neuroscience
• Genetics
• Pharmacology
• Nursing
• And many other medical professions

Admission requirements vary depending on your chosen course of study, but most require successful completion of pre-requisite classes in subjects like biology and anatomy. Satisfactory scores on tests like the MCAT, DAT, and ACT are required for admission into specific corresponding schools. For information regarding admission to the program of your choice please check http://www.lsuhsc.edu/catalog/admission.aspx for particular requirements. LSUHSC tuition and fees vary by program; some courses operate annually and some operate by semester.

LSUHSC has two campuses in historic New Orleans; they also maintain two teaching hospitals within the city and several within the state. Even though LSUHSC is a public university, only about 40 out-of-state applications are accepted annually. In 2012, enrollment topped 2,500 and there were over 600 academic staff members. Career services and job board listings are individually maintained by each department.

Students Enrolled in the Epidemiology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center – New Orleans offers a doctorate degree program in epidemiology.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Epidemiologists

Description

Investigate and describe the determinants and distribution of disease, disability, or health outcomes. May develop the means for prevention and control.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, epidemiologists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.3% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• New Orleans-Metairie, LA
  • Total Employment: 30
  • Average Hourly Rate: $27.03
  • Average Annual Salary: $56230

Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists

Description

Conduct research dealing with the understanding of human diseases and the improvement of human health. Engage in clinical investigation, research and development, or other related activities. Includes physicians, dentists, public health specialists, pharmacologists, and medical pathologists who primarily conduct research.

Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).