Master of Science in Global Health Employment Report 2025
Alcir Santos Neto ‘20
Senior Analyst at the Economist Group
“What set [M.S. Global Health] apart was the program ’ s ability to blend rigorous academic training with real-world impact offering the opportunity to engage with policy institutions, global organizations, and top-tier faculty.”
Employment Rate within 6 Months of Graduation
Employment Industries >94%
Based on data from 2022-2025
found employment or continued education post-graduation.
Other - Think Tanks, Insurance, etc. (3%)
Higher Education - Research Centers, Administration, Faculty, etc.(19%)
IGOs - UN, World Bank, etc (7%)
Gov’t - Local, State, Federal, & Foreign (12%)
Continuing Education (7%)
Consulting (20%)
Non-Gov’t OrgsNGOs (10%)
Health Sector - Clinical Practice, Research, Admin, Technology, etc (22%)
Without hesitation, Georgetown’s M.S. in Global Health program is ideal for professionals who want to shape the future of global health across sectors—whether through research, policy, or technology. The program not only equips students with a solid academic foundation but also encourages interdisciplinary exploration.
Santos Neto ’20
Vishni Samaraweera ‘24
Associate, Policy & Advocacy at Malaria No More
From my experience in Chiapas [abroad field study], I learned how systemic inequities...impact access to reproductive health services, particularly cervical cancer prevention. I also saw the power of community-based health efforts and deepened my commitment to addressing global health disparities through both research and local engagement.
Job Titles
Policy Analyst
Global Health Officer
Health Financing Analyst
Social Scientist
Research Associate
Clinical Microbiologist
Monitoring & Evaluation Lead
Qualitative Research Expert
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Our program aims to equip its students with the necessary skills for positions in global health and development organizations.
Our students are passionate about enhancing the health status of the world’s underserved populations.