The online Bachelor of Applied Science, Public Health Emphasis prepares you to make a meaningful impact in your community. Learn to assess public health needs across diverse settings, improve systems, use intervention strategies to address health threats and navigate policy and legal challenges.
Note: This emphasis area is only available to students who are taking classes 100% online.
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To qualify for the Bachelor of Applied Science, you must have a completed Intermediate Technical Certificate, Advanced Technical Certificate or technical associate degree (AAS or equivalent) from an accredited college or university.
You also must have not already earned a bachelor’s degree.
Application Instructions for the Bachelor of Applied Science
The online Bachelor of Applied Science, Public Health Emphasis is a 120-credit program that includes the following:
This content is provided as a quick reference for planning your academic schedule. All official course descriptions and degree requirements are published on the undergraduate catalog site.
The public health emphasis is only available to students who are taking classes 100% online. Students who take classes 100% online pay $375 per credit during the 2024-25 academic year. Estimated book costs for the entire program equal $1,500. Future academic year per-credit fees may vary slightly and are finalized each May.
Students applying to this program are encouraged to apply for scholarships to help fund their education.
Note to Boise State and other Idaho higher education employees: Fee waivers do not apply to the cyber operations essentials emphasis.
Gain hands-on experience in public health, develop your technical skills and network with other learners across the country. Possible careers include: health educator, biostatistician, social and community services manager and hospital administrator.
From application to graduation, students are supported throughout their education journey at Boise State.
Boise State Online’s Bachelor of Applied Science is well-equipped to accommodate military service members and is an approved AU-ABC program. Whether you are on active duty, a veteran or a civilian, our team is here to support you as you earn your bachelor’s degree.
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Earning an applied science degree from Boise State University can help open doors to opportunities and a promising future.
Boise State’s online programs are specifically created for online learning, offer the same support as our traditional degree programs and are ranked in the top 8% of online bachelor’s degrees in the country by U.S. News and World Report.
Contact our enrollment and student success team for support by emailing us at AppliedScience@boisestate.edu, calling (208) 426-5921 or clicking the chat button.