welcome to hartwick public health
WHY STUDY PUBLIC HEALTH AT HARTWICK?
You want to make a real difference in people’s lives, not just in hospitals, but in communities, policies and global systems that shape health every day.
At Hartwick, you’ll explore how disease spreads, how communities stay healthy and how policy, culture and science connect, while gaining real-world experience in a growing field.
Through interdisciplinary coursework connecting public health with biology, psychology and policy, you’ll build practical knowledge that prepares you for careers focused on prevention, health and well-being.
What sets Hartwick apart:
- Study public health through an interdisciplinary approach that connects science, behavior, policy and culture, helping you understand not just what affects health, but why.
- Design your own concentration in areas like epidemiology, global health or community health.
- Gain real-world experience through internships, fieldwork and applied research.
- Explore health at every level, from local communities to global experiences.
- Enjoy flexibility in your schedule with select electives offered online.
- Work closely with faculty mentors to build research, communication and public speaking skills.
CAREER OUTLOOK FOR PUBLIC HEALTH MAJORS
Public health is a rapidly growing field, with careers in epidemiology, community health, healthcare systems and policy expected to grow faster than average nationwide. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics).
As global health challenges evolve, from infectious diseases to chronic conditions, professionals who can analyze data, communicate effectively and design solutions are in high demand. Hartwick graduates are well-prepared to meet that need and make an immediate impact.
CAREER PATHS FOR PUBLIC HEALTH MAJORS
Public health opens doors to a wide range of meaningful, people-focused careers, including:
- Epidemiology
- Community Health Education
- Public Health Data Analysis
- Healthcare Administration and Policy
- Environmental Health
- Global Health and Humanitarian Work
- Health Research and Program Management
Graduates also pursue advanced degrees in public health, healthcare, research and related fields at institutions such as Johns Hopkins or Boston University. Others apply their skills in areas such as nonprofit leadership, wellness programming and population health strategy. And many students take paid, full-time opportunities through the New York State Public Health Corps (NYSPHC) Fellowship Program, which often turn into full-time positions.
HARTWICK ALUMNI LAND SUCCESSFUL CAREERS
Hartwick Public Health Alumni Have Worked For:
- Warren County Public Health Department
- Langone Health, New York University
- Fox Hospital
- ClaimFox Inc
After completing his master’s in public health at Yale University, Will Eger ’19 is pursuing a Ph.D. in interdisciplinary research on substance use at the University of California San Diego/San Diego State University. While at Hartwick, he was awarded an Emerson Scholarship to serve as a public health intern in the Amazon Region of Ecuador.
Liz Kelly ’12, who also holds a master’s degree in public health (MSPH), is a research project manager at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill’s Translational Research Institute and is working on a nationwide long-COVID data study.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:
- Build a strong foundation in public health through global health and epidemiology, then explore advanced topics like infectious and chronic diseases.
- Understand how health is shaped across communities and systems, from local to global.
- Study public health through policy, ethical, cultural and scientific perspectives.
- Develop research and analytical skills through public health methods and a senior research project.
- Apply your knowledge through hands-on experiences and opportunities to present your work at Student Showcase and professional conferences.
Three-Year Bachelor’s Degree Program
Ready to move faster? Get the full Hartwick public health experience in three-quarters the time at three-quarters the cost. Learn more about the three-year program.
Learn MoreSEE YOURSELF IN PUBLIC HEALTH?
Learn more about how public health at Hartwick connects science, policy and real-world experience to help you understand communities, prevent disease and make an impact in a growing, high-demand field.