
Bachelor of Science
in Public Health
Overview
Help Others Live Healthy Lives with Our Bachelor’s Degree 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.
Credit Hours
View CoursesNext start date: Aug 18, 2025

CEPH Accredited
Highlights of Our Public Health Bachelor’s Degree Program
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.
Career Potential
Potential Career Opportunities for Public Health Graduates
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

Courses
What Will You Study in Our Bachelor of Public Health Program?
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.
Featured BS in Public Health Courses
HLTH 216 – Personal Health
HLTH 301 – Foundations of Public Health
HLTH 420 – Principles of Behavior Change and Health Counseling
HLTH 453 – Program Planning and Evaluation in Health Education
Degree Information
- Explore further with the Degree Completion Plan or Course Catalog.
- This program falls under our School of Health Sciences.
Additional Degree Information
BENEFITS
Why Choose Liberty’s BS in Public Health Program?
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.
Tuition & Aid
How Much Does it Cost to Attend Liberty On Campus?
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
Part-time (<12 Credits) | $845 |

#4 Best College Campus in America
At Liberty, you’ll find an affordable, high-quality education designed to help equip students like you for the real world. Our commitment to excellence has earned us recognition as the #4 Best College Campus in America by Niche.com.
Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with state-of-the-art resources like ours can help set you apart from your peers.
Specializations
Public Health Specializations
Choose from the following 3 options: Health Promotion, Pre-Clinical, or BS to MPH (4+1 Track).
Specializations
Health Promotion
Pre-Clinical
BS to MPH (4+1 Track)
Admissions
How Do You Become a Bachelor’s in Public Health Student?
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
Results from the CLT, SAT, or ACT are not required for admission, but may be used in consideration for merit-based aid.
*Note that additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.

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