Public Health Degree

The public health program at Rutgers University – Newark 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 New Jersey colleges that offer public health degrees.

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Rutgers University – Newark

83 Somerset St, New Brunswick, NJ

Rutgers University - Newark, a public institution, offers a large number of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Newark, NJ, it offers an urban setting for students to study in. Enrollment at Rutgers University-Newark is nearly twelve thousand per year.

Areas of study available at Rutgers University-Newark include but are not limited to:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Legal Professions And Studies
• Security And Protective Services
• Psychology
• Health And Clinical Professions

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, school records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions office. Most students admitted to Rutgers University-Newark score in a range of 1440 - 1740 on the SAT. Rutgers University - Newark accepts about 50 percent of applicants annually. Of those students admitted, about 16 percent registered for enrollment. More information regarding admissions can be found at admissions.rutgers.edu.

The tuition at Rutgers University - Newark varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay close to $14,000 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $27,000 annually. Housing may be available for those who wish to live on-campus for around a cost of $8,300 annually. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Rutgers University-Newark Scarlet Raiders participate in several athletic programs, overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs offered include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
• Soccer (NCAA Division III)
• Softball (NCAA Division III)

Students who would like to see more about Rutgers University - Newark may take a look at their website at http://www.rutgers.edu.

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

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 4
  • Average Hourly Rate: $70.00
  • Average Annual Salary: $145590
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $57.17
  • Average Annual Salary: $118910

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).