Compare 6 Public Health. programs in Massachusetts. Average earnings: $53,082.
The highest-earning Public Health program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $38K earnings gap across 6 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
Simmons University's Public Health program leads with graduates earning $65,418, well above the $53,082 average across Massachusetts programs. Tufts follows at $63,446, while UMass Amherst produces graduates earning $59,268—demonstrating that program quality varies independently of overall school reputation.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Tufts graduates borrow $16,250 and face just a 5.4% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. Simmons achieves similar affordability with a 7.9% burden, proving that top Public Health programs can deliver both strong outcomes and manageable debt.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Simmons UniversityPrivate | $65,418 | 20 | $24,840 | Excellent | $23,772 | Manageable |
| #2 | Tufts UniversityPrivate | $63,446 | 63 | $16,250 | Excellent | $38,325 | Challenging |
| #3 | $59,268 | 274 | $22,763 | Good | $26,243 | Challenging | |
| #4 | $52,704 | 74 | $23,704 | Good | $18,400 | Challenging | |
| #5 | Regis CollegePrivate | $50,178 | 16 | $25,500 | Manageable | $32,238 | High |
| #6 | $27,476 | 15 | $27,000 | High | $21,595 | High |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
