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Enhance your major by adding a minor that fine-tunes your understanding of all the forces which affect our choices and decisions about our health and health-related behaviors, as well as how we deliver health care in the United States.

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Degree Level
Minor
Delivery
In Person / Fully Online
Credit Hours
120 Total, 18 in Major
Careers
Postsecondary, Teachers
Public Health students at EIU

Why Study Public Health at EIU?

  • Complete the minor in the traditional classroom or online
  • Complementary minor for any student planning to pursue a clinical profession
  • The minor helps you understand why people make the choices they do about their health and health care
"I chose Eastern’s PE program because of the professors. They are willing to get to know you very well, and they are always helpful in any situation. I love how the PE program is like a family here."
Makayla Adams
Public Health | Class of 2028, Physical Education
Makayla Adams, Public Health at EIU

Hands-On Experience

  • Learn through case study examples and those who have been in diverse fields
  • Collaborate with others to practice skills and program planning
Hands-On Experience, Public Health students at EIU

What You'll Learn

The minor in Public Health is designed to enhance a student’s career preparation by providing the knowledge and skills required to assess, evaluation and plan for the impact a student’s or client’s community has on their ability to engage in positive health behaviors.

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$72,090
Median Salary 4 Years After Graduation

Career Outcomes

  • Education Teachers, Postsecondary
  • Middle School Teachers
  • Secondary School Teachers

Career Insights

Job Outlook Average Outlook
Preparation Needed Considerable (4/5)
Personality Fit Social

Connect With Us

Amanda Harvey
Department Chair, Assistant Professor & Academic Advisor
ajharvey2@eiu.edu
Klehm 4307
217-581-5310
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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
217-581-5310
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Billy Panther
Head of Panther Pride
Old Main
217-581-2223
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