Bachelor's Degree in Public Health
Improve the quality of life of communities and major populations through the prevention of injury and disease.
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Bachelor's Degree in Public Health
B.S. in public health
The public health program provides students with a strong foundation for careers in public health as well as other health-related fields. The program includes a core set of fundamental courses, a three-course practicum series, a variety of public health electives, and the flexibility to choose additional coursework electives to tailor the degree to your interests or meet the needs of a health professions school.
The K-State difference
Public health students will receive real-world exposure to public health through multiple applied practicum experiences.
The flexibility of the degree electives allows students to explore a broad range of interests or take required courses for their desired professional school.
Did you know?
K-State's public health program is the only bachelor degree program of its kind among Kansas Board of Regents schools.
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The Career Center offers an extensive career library, free assessments for exploring major/careers, job search training, career advising, employer connections, and a staff dedicated to assisting students in the career development process.
At a public research university like K-State, you'll have direct access to research opportunities from the start. K-State undergraduates have studied sustainable energy, cancer cells, musical lyrics and many other topics alongside nationally renowned faculty at K-State's 90-plus research centers.
Studying in another country not only allows you to experience the wonders of another culture, but it also broadens your horizons and makes you a stronger citizen in our global society. There are more than 85 countries currently participating in K-State's education abroad programs!
Whether you are interested in a career in human or animal health, K-State is a great place to start the journey toward becoming a healthcare professional. You will have a dedicated health professions advisor who will help you navigate the professional school application process for your chosen healthcare field.
Did you know that K-State pre-law students are accepted into law school at a rate substantially exceeding the national average? In preparing for law school, you will work with a dedicated pre-law advisor and select the major of your choice in any department in any college within the university.