Public Health Major
September 26, 2014 2025-06-04 14:51Public Health Major
Protect and Promote Community Health
Public Health Major
Study health challenges and solutions on a global scale.
Bachelor of Science in Public Health
The University of Lynchburg’s public health major is a broad program of study that teaches you about all aspects of the health care industry. You’ll study the physical, social, emotional, spiritual, mental, and environmental factors that influence the health of individuals and communities. We’ll work with you one-on-one to customize your educational plan based on your career goals.
Our goal is to help you find your passion while preparing for a career in the health care field. The public health curriculum includes internship opportunities that’ll give you practical experience before graduating — something employers love to see on résumés! You can also pursue certification as a Certified Health Education Specialist.
The University of Lynchburg is the only private college in Virginia that offers this program.
The public health major offers two advising tracks:
Curriculum and Resources
2024-25 Academic Year Information
Program requirements for the following can be found in the undergraduate catalog.
- Health Promotion (BS)
Transfer Guide
Students transferring under the Virginia Community College System (VCCS) guaranteed admission agreement should refer to the following sample plan to help guide their four-year course sequence:
Graduate Pathway Advising Guides
Students participating in a Graduate Pathway program should refer to the following sample plans to help guide their four-year course sequence:
Guides to University of Lynchburg Graduate Programs
- Health Promotion Major Pathway to the Master of PA Medicine (MPAM) Program
- Health Promotion Major Pathway to the Master of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT) Program
- Health Promotion Major Pathway to the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program (PDF)
General Guides
What Jobs Can I Get With an Public Health Degree?
A public health degree is an excellent choice for those who want to help others improve their overall health and well-being. With so many career options available, it’s important to find out what level of education best suits your needs before making any decisions. For example, you might need to earn a graduate degree before pursuing a particular type of job.
Public Health Careers and Salaries
Public Health professionals encourage healthy lifestyles by educating and motivating people of all ages in areas such as nutrition, exercise, alcohol use, tobacco use, stress management, health education, and violence prevention. Here are some of the many things you can do with a health promotion degree:
- Behavioral health specialist: $57,689
- Community health educator: $48,140
- Director of health promotion: $82,021
- Education program manager: $59,262
- Health counselor: $45,260
- Wellness consultant: $38,702
Salary and job projections come from national averages in the Bureau of Labor Statistics and other sources, including Glassdoor, Indeed, and industry-specific posts and publications. The data is meant to provide you with an idea of career options and salary ranges, not as a guarantee of obtaining these positions after graduation. These represent national averages and may vary by source and time frame collected. Actual salaries vary by region. Some jobs may require additional training or graduate education.
Todd Olsen, PhD
Professor of Health Science and Human Performance
Head Women’s Soccer Coach
As a Lynchburg public health student, you'll:
"When people ask me where I went to college, I get to brag about my school. Lynchburg became my home away from home. "
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