Academic college: Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions, School of Public Affairs. This 4-year Bachelor of Science (BS) program with a Health Policy concentration offers a unique interdisciplinary approach to understanding the complex landscape of healthcare policy and public health. It equips students with foundational knowledge in public policy and administration, combined with specialized training in health law, health economics, healthcare delivery systems, and public health policy challenges (e.g., access, quality, cost, social determinants of health). Students learn to analyze health policy problems, develop evidence-based solutions, and navigate the intricacies of the healthcare system. The program is designed for those interested in careers that shape health outcomes for communities and populations. It includes a Senior Capstone Project (PAF 400), often involving applying learned skills to a real public problem, and incorporates Solution-Based Learning (SBL) and opportunities for internships.

Graduates are well-prepared for entry- and mid-level positions in various health-related sectors. Career options include: Health Policy Analyst, Public Health Administrator, Program Coordinator (in health organizations), Healthcare Consultant, Hospital Administrator Assistant, Health Services Manager, Health Program Specialist, Community Health Worker Supervisor, Patient Advocate, and roles in government health agencies (local, state, federal), non-profit health organizations, private healthcare providers, and insurance companies. This degree also provides strong preparation for future graduate study in public health (MPH), health administration (MHA), public policy (MPP), or law.

Arizona State University is a highly ranked public university with a world-leading drive for innovation (consistently #1 in the U.S.). It is consistently the #1 U.S. public university chosen by international students, offering a diverse and global learning environment. Located in the heart of Arizona's capital, ASU's Downtown Phoenix campus offers a professional, fast-paced environment with a big-city feel, providing immense opportunities for engagement with state and local government, healthcare providers, and public health organizations. The program is taught by ASU’s School of Public Affairs, one of the USA’s top-rated public affairs schools (ranked #13 nationally), in collaboration with health-focused schools within the Watts College, ensuring a top-tier education with access to leading faculty and cutting-edge research in health policy.