About Bachelor of Science in Public Health
Upper Iowa University’s Bachelor of Science in Public Health prepares students to improve the health of individuals and communities through disease prevention, health promotion, and data-informed decision making. Students develop expertise in epidemiology, population health, healthcare systems, and public health policy—building the skills needed for careers across healthcare, government, nonprofit organizations, and community health.
The 100% online public health major also provides a strong foundation for graduate study in public health, epidemiology, and other health professions, and can support students pursuing pre-medical pathways when paired with required medical school prerequisites.
Upcoming Start Dates
Session 6: July 13, 2026
Session 1: August 31, 2026
Session 2: October 26, 2026
Ready to get started? Take the next step to become a UIU student!
UIU + Rize Partnership
This program is offered in partnership with Rize Education who specializes in connecting academic rigor with industry relevance, so that students can graduate with elevated skills that will be prepared for the modern workforce.
Some courses in this major are offered online through a consortium of accredited colleges and universities. Instruction is provided by faculty employed by partner institutions, and academic oversight remains with Upper Iowa University. Students register through and receive academic credit from Upper Iowa University.
Rize Term Start Dates – 14-week Courses
2026-2027
Fall Semester: August 31, 2026
Spring Semester: January 11, 2027
Summer Semester: May 3, 2027
Featured Public Health Course Topics
Population Health Management
Learn how to improve health outcomes for entire communities by exploring strategies that enhance healthcare quality, reduce costs, and strengthen population health across diverse healthcare settings.
Epidemiology
Discover how diseases spread and learn to analyze public health data to identify health trends, prevent disease, and improve the well-being of populations through evidence-based decision making.
Health Economics
Explore how economic principles shape healthcare systems and public health policy while learning to evaluate health outcomes and improve the quality and accessibility of care.
Careers in Public Health
Graduates of UIU’s Bachelor of Science in Public Health are prepared to improve community health through careers in healthcare, government, nonprofit organizations, and public health agencies. The program also provides a strong foundation for graduate study in public health and related health professions.
- Healthcare Administrator – Oversee healthcare operations, manage programs and teams, and help improve the quality and delivery of patient care.
- Public Health Analyst – Analyze health data and evaluate programs and policies to support evidence-based decisions that improve population health.
- Health Educator – Develop health education programs, promote healthy behaviors, and empower individuals and communities to prevent disease.
- Program or Care Coordinator – Coordinate healthcare services and community health initiatives that connect individuals with the care and resources they need.
UIU Locations for Bachelor's Degree in Public Health
Distance Learning
Kansas
Oklahoma
Admissions & Aid
High school grad, transfer student, international student, working adult or military veteran? No matter your path, we’ll help you navigate the UIU admissions and financial aid process.
Go Further with a Master's Degree
Earning your undergraduate degree in Public Health? Consider an Master of Healthcare Administration Degree (MHA), or an Master of Public Administration (MPA) to advance your career even further.
Easily Transfer Credits
If you have credits from another college, our generous transfer credit policy means you can likely apply many of those credits to your degree program at UIU. You may transfer:
- Up to 78 credits from an accredited two-year college
- Up to 90 credits from a four-year college
