Bachelor of Science
in Public Health

Are you passionate about healthy living and promoting health in the lives of others? We are, too! That’s why we created our Bachelor of Science (BS) in Public Health, which gives you education and training to make a positive impact on personal and community health.

The public health industry is incredibly important because it helps to improve the quality of people’s lives. Public health goes beyond healthy eating and exercise at the individual level. This field is about understanding the social and environmental trends that can either help or hinder overall community health.

  • With our concentration in health promotion, you can prepare for roles such as a health coordinator, educator, caseworker, or substance abuse counselor.
  • Our pre-clinical specialization gives you the option of applying to graduate school to become a physician, physical or occupational therapist, chiropractor, nutritionist, dietician, and more!

This program is designed to help equip you with a deep understanding of public health principles, helping to prepare you to address complex health issues and improve community well-being. By engaging in this public health degree program, you’re not just gaining knowledge; you’re also stepping into a role where you can genuinely help others.

Imagine yourself as a public health nutritionist, where your expertise in nutrition and health can directly contribute to better dietary practices in communities. This aspect of the program can help hone your skills in understanding nutritional needs and developing strategies to combat nutritional challenges. Such a role allows you to work closely with individuals and communities, guiding them toward healthier lifestyles and better health outcomes. As a public health nutritionist, your influence can extend beyond individual health, impacting public health policies and community health programs.

So what are you waiting for? Start your journey of improving the lives of others locally, nationally, and abroad by pursuing your bachelor’s degree in public health.

120

Credit Hours

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Next start date: Aug 18, 2025

Degree CEPH

CEPH Accredited

Accreditation and Certification Preparation

Liberty’s public health programs are accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH).

The program also helps prepare you to take the Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) certification exam, along with earning First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications.

Career and Graduate School Readiness

This program is designed to help you be career-ready upon graduation.

You’ll also be prepared to apply to graduate programs in fields such as public health, health administration, nutrition, dietetics, physician assistant, physical therapy, occupational therapy, chiropractic, or medical school.

Global and Local Impact Opportunities

You’ll have opportunities to engage in health outreach projects, including those in global settings – giving you practical experience while making a difference in communities.

Practical Experience

Gain hands-on experience through an internship opportunity before you graduate, allowing you to apply your knowledge in real-world environments.


Liberty University’s Bachelor of Science in Public Health can help prepare you to pursue the following occupations:

  • Community health advocate/worker
  • Community health assessment coordinator
  • Dentist (requires education beyond a bachelor’s degree)
  • Environmental health inspector
  • Food safety inspector
  • Global health worker
  • Grant Writer
  • Hospital Administrator
  • Industrial Hygienist
  • Medical Supply/pharmaceutical sales representative
  • Nutritionist
  • Occupational therapist
  • Physician assistant
  • Physical therapist
  • Public health communication and marketing specialist
  • Physician
  • Substance abuse counselor
  • Wellness programmer
  • Women, Infant, and Children (WIC) case manager
BS Public Health

Our public health program is a challenging and exciting degree that provides the knowledge to start your journey to your future career. Some of the public health courses you’ll take cover areas of study like:

  • Personal health
  • Foundations of public health
  • Introduction to public and community health
  • Introduction to environmental hazards and response
  • Principles of epidemiology and biostatistics

If you choose to pursue the health promotion concentration, you can experience training in the physiology of exercise, human nutrition, health education, and diseases. Our pre-clinical specialization can give you the opportunity to tailor your degree to meet the prerequisite requirements for the graduate program you’d like to pursue.

Degree Information

Purpose-Driven Education

At Liberty, our goal is to provide you with a degree and experience that is well-rounded, aligns with your career goals, and supports the calling on your life. Through our public health program, you’ll find opportunities for academic excellence and career placement support after graduation.

Pathways to Advanced Education

Liberty University offers one of the largest accredited Master of Public Health (MPH) programs in the U.S. for students looking to continue their education. Our Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) accreditation also makes you eligible for positions in local and federal government, as well as the military.

Experienced and Supportive Faculty

Our public health professors hold advanced degrees and bring a wide range of professional experiences from local, national, and global public health platforms. They are deeply invested in mentoring students and often invite them to join in on research and mission projects.

Hands-On Experience and Certifications

You’ll have access to valuable experiential opportunities, including internships and research projects. You can also earn certifications in First Aid, CPR, and AED – enhancing your readiness for both the workforce and graduate study.

Knowing up-front what you’re paying for and why can go a long way toward making you feel comfortable about your investment. This overview of major college costs can give you an idea of what’s coming so you can create an accurate budget from the start.

All Tuition & Aid

Undergraduate Tuition

Full-time (12-18 Credits)

$12,325 / $24,650

Semester / Year

Part-time (<12 Credits) $845
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Choose from the following 3 options: Health Promotion, Pre-Clinical, or BS to MPH (4+1 Track).


Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:

  • Admission application
  • Official high school transcripts
  • Official college transcripts (if applicable)
  • Admission essay

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