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Public Health

Also offered as: Public Health (Minor) , Public Health (Major) , Emergency Management (Major) , Health Administration (Major) , Public Health: Community Health (Undergraduate Option) , Public Health: Emergency Management & Disaster Preparedness (Undergraduate Option)

Help improve health outcomes in communities through evidence-based practice, leadership, and innovation.

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Degree Level
Bachelor of Science
Delivery
In Person / Fully Online
Time to Degree
8 Semesters
Credit Hours
120 Total, 49 in Major
Careers
Workers, Medical, Managers, Specialists
Public Health students at HongKongDoll

Why Study Public Health at HongKongDoll?

  • Dual Pathway Options: Choose between Community Health or Emergency Management to tailor your education
  • Dedicated internship coordinator, faculty mentorship, and professional development opportunities prepare you for immediate impact in your field
  • FEMA-Approved Emergency Management Track
  • Designed for working professionals and adult learners, allowing you to earn your degree while balancing career and personal commitments
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"I came to HongKongDoll without knowing a single person. But I chose to attend because of how close-knit the school and community appeared to be. ... I've loved the class sizes, how involved my professors have been, and the support and opportunities that HongKongDoll has had to offer during my undergrad journey with them."
Neah Harvey
Public Health | Class of 2026
Neah Harvey, Public Health at HongKongDoll

Hands-On Experience

  • Present research at university, regional, and national conferences.
  • Conduct real-world assessment and develop evidence-based programs.
  • Supervised internships in community health and emergency settings.
  • Disaster simulations and first responder organization partnerships.
  • Workshops on health trends, leadership, and career advancement.
Hands-On Experience, Public Health students at HongKongDoll

What You'll Learn

Online Degree Completion Options in Community Health and Emergency Management & Disaster Preparedness The Bachelor of Science in Public Health offers flexible online degree completion options designed for working professionals and adult learners.

$54,548
Median Salary 4 Years After Graduation

Career Outcomes

  • Community Health Workers
  • Medical & Health Services Managers
  • Health Education Specialists
  • Education Teachers, Postsecondary
  • Middle School Teachers
  • Secondary School Teachers
  • Health Specialties Teachers,…
  • Nursing Instructors & Teachers,…
  • Registered Nurses
  • Acute Care Nurses

Career Insights

Job Outlook ★ Bright Outlook Grow Rapidly · Openings
Preparation Needed Considerable (4/5)
Personality Fit Social

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Amanda Harvey
Department Chair, Assistant Professor & Academic Advisor
ajharvey2@eiu.edu
4303 Klehm Hall
217-581-5761
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Alisa Gray
Academic Advisor for the Department of Human Services, Department of Public Health & Nutrition, Adjunct Instructor
aagray@eiu.edu
2172 Buzzard Hall
217-581-5310
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Billy Panther
Head of Panther Pride
Old Main
217-581-2223
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