Public Health Online Degree Program

Build your knowledge of public health to promote positive social change in this online degree completion program. You will learn how to work collaboratively and strategically to improve the health of communities. With the option to go part-time or full time, you can complete the program at a pace that’s right for you.

Public health is an issue that affects us all, and a career in this field offers graduates the opportunity to help to solve some of the world’s most pressing health problems. Boise State’s online public health program prepares you for the Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES®) examination to demonstrate your competency and set you apart as a public health professional. There are many options for a successful career in this growing and integral field.

Where Can You Work?

• Hospitals
• Clinics
• Departments of health (state/local state government)
• In the field (food testing, health and safety testing)
• Nonprofit organizations
• Child healthcare facilities

Possible Careers Options

• Public administrator
• Community health worker
• Healthcare administrator
• Policy analyst
• Community outreach coordinator
• Health services manager
• Health officer
• Operations manager
• Public health emergency preparedness coordinator
• Public health program specialist
• Public health information officer

More Information About Public Health Careers

To qualify for the Online Public Health program you must have:

Please note, some of the program courses require pre-requisite coursework. Students who do not meet the credits required or the pre-reqs for courses should explore our Online Degree Pathway or contact a Student Success Coach for more information on how to get started.

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More Information About Public Health Admissions

We’re here to help! From deciding if an online degree is right for you to figuring out what credits transfer from previous schools, talking to a Student Success Coach is the best place to start.

Please note, students are required to meet with a Student Success Coach before being admitted to the program.

Contact the Public Health Student Success Coach

Boise State University’s online programs offer reasonably priced tuition, ongoing support, financial aid options and degree paths that help ensure you reach your goals quickly and efficiently. The online Bachelor of Arts in Public Health also ranks in the top 10 most affordable online public health degrees in the nation, according to Educator’s Reference Desk.

More Information About Public Health Degree Costs

The below online Bachelor of Arts in Public Health degree curriculum shows the courses required for the program. In addition, certain University Foundations courses are required to earn a bachelor’s degree from Boise State. These foundation courses may be met through transfer coursework or will be incorporated into your program of study at Boise State.

More Information About the Public Health Degree Plan

Yes! The Boise State Bachelor of Arts in Public Health is equipped to accommodate military service members. Whether you are active-duty, a veteran or a civilian, Boise State’s Public Health program is here to support you as you earn your bachelor’s degree.

• We apply your military credits towards your degree
• We collaborate with you while you’re deployed to accommodate your schedule
• When using a combination of TA and TA Promise, your tuition may be 100% covered
• The Bachelor of Arts in Public Health is an approved AU-ABC program

More Support for Military Students

Once you’ve completed your program orientation, you’ll be assigned a Student Success Advisor. Academic Advising is a partnership between you and your advisor. Together you will discuss and develop a plan for your degree.

Schedule Advising

Boise State Online Public Health students can be found across the nation. Learn more on the interactive map below, or visit the Google map.