Public Health Degree

The public health program at Xavier University of Louisiana prepares students for careers as a public health program manager, educator, nutritionist, epidemiologist, biostatistician, environmental health scientist, and more. The program focuses on planning, managing, and evaluating public health care services, as well as functioning as public health officer. Program courses include: epidemiology, biostatistics, public health principles, preventative medicine, health policy and regulations, health care service, public health law enforcement, health economics and budgeting, and professional standards and ethics. Get more details below including other Louisiana colleges that offer public health degrees.

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Xavier University of Louisiana

6823 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA

Xavier University of Louisiana is a nonprofit private historically black institution located in New Orleans, LA. A majority of historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were established after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. The Roman Catholic affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. Approximately 3,400 students are enrolled per year at XU.

Students may choose from a few areas of study, including:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Physical Sciences
• Psychology
• Business And Marketing Studies

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. Most students accepted to this school earn an SAT score between 1270 to 1600, or an ACT score between 19 to 24. 64% of applicants are accepted to this school, of which 27% choose to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found at xula.edu.

The cost of tuition is nearly $20,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to use the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their personal tuition costs. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically offered as grants or student loans.

The XU "Gold Rush" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NAIA. Sports available:

• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division I)
• Tennis (NAIA Division I)
• Volleyball (NAIA Division I)

For a complete list of areas of study, programs, enrollment information, student services, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.xula.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Public Health Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Xavier University of Louisiana has offered the following programs for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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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

Medical and Health Services Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate medical and health services in hospitals, clinics, managed care organizations, public health agencies, or similar organizations.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, medical and health services managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 16.9% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• New Orleans-Metairie, LA
  • Total Employment: 700
  • Average Hourly Rate: $44.56
  • Average Annual Salary: $92680

Health Educators

Description

Provide and manage health education programs that help individuals, families, and their communities maximize and maintain healthy lifestyles. Collect and analyze data to identify community needs prior to planning, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating programs designed to encourage healthy lifestyles, policies, and environments. May serve as a resource to assist individuals, other healthcare workers, or the community, and may administer fiscal resources for health education programs.

Community Health Workers

Description

Assist individuals and communities to adopt healthy behaviors. Conduct outreach for medical personnel or health organizations to implement programs in the community that promote, maintain, and improve individual and community health. May provide information on available resources, provide social support and informal counseling, advocate for individuals and community health needs, and provide services such as first aid and blood pressure screening. May collect data to help identify community health needs.

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).