B.S in Public Health

Make a Difference in the World

With a B.S. in Public Health, you'll prepare for a career that creates healthy communities through education, research and promotion of healthy environments and lifestyles. Also explore the minors below and the accelerated BS to MS degree program.

Earn a Master of Public Health (MPH) or Master of Science in Health Information Management

Make a difference in the world by improving human health. Our programs include:

Doctoral Degrees

Graduate Certificates

Public Health Certificate Programs

To apply or for more information, contact the undergraduate or graduate admissions office.

Meet Our Students

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Monica Kong '22
Public Health

The River Hawk Scholars Academy, a support program for first-generation college students, gave Monica Kong the confidence she needed to succeed – and lead.

The RHSA empowered me not only as a student, but as a leader and a person who wants to serve the community.
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Haylee Dussault shows of some fresh herbs and veggies in a small garden
Haylee Dussault '16, '18
Nutritional Science, Public Health

Haylee Dussault was a part of the first class of students in the Master of Public Heath Dietetics program. Shortly after graduation, she passed the registered dietitian exam and landed her dream job.

I’ve been given the opportunity not just to make valuable connections in the dietetics industry, but to also focus on making a real impact on school food service.
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Caroline Klim with teammates.
Caroline Klim '23, '25
Nursing, Public Health

Lacrosse player Caroline Klim ’23 plans to apply public health knowledge to her future nursing career.

I am beyond grateful for the experiences and opportunities that UMass Lowell allowed me to have in my five years as a student-athlete.
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Stacey Nwachukwu seated on a couch
Stacey Nwachukwu ’20, ’22
Public Health

Stacey Nwachukwu is helping communities and influencing policy at the Statehouse.

I want to be at the decision-making table.
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