Allied Health Professions at Bluefield State University
If you plan to study Allied Health Professions, you may want to check out the program at Bluefield State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Bluefield State University is located in Bluefield, WV.
During the most recent reporting year, 25 allied health professions degrees were awarded at Bluefield State University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Bluefield State University
Online coursework is an option at Bluefield State University. Among 1,141 students, 310 (27%) studied exclusively online and 686 (60%) took at least some classes online.
Allied Health Professions Rankings at Bluefield State University
Rankings can help you compare Bluefield State University’s Allied Health Professions program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | West Virginia | #10 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | West Virginia | #12 of 13 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #235 of 352 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #281 of 325 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #704 of 1,196 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #998 of 1,196 |
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | West Virginia | #10 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | West Virginia | #12 of 13 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #235 of 352 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #281 of 325 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #704 of 1,196 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #998 of 1,196 |
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Allied Health Professions graduates from Bluefield State University comes in at $16,300.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Allied Health Professions graduates at Bluefield State University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Allied Health Professions graduates at Bluefield State University are 76% women (19) and 24% men (6).
Allied Health Professions Associate’s Program at Bluefield State University
Among the 15 associate’s allied health professions degrees awarded at Bluefield State University, 73% were women (11) and 27% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Allied Health Professions associate’s degree recipients at Bluefield State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 13% of Allied Health Professions associate’s degree recipients at Bluefield State University, below the national average of 45%.*
Allied Health Professions Bachelor’s Program at Bluefield State University
Among the 10 bachelor’s allied health professions degrees awarded at Bluefield State University, 80% were women (8) and 20% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Allied Health Professions bachelor’s degree recipients at Bluefield State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Allied Health Professions Concentrations at Bluefield State University
The Allied Health Professions program at Bluefield State University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Medical Radiologic Technology | 15 |
| Radiologic Technology | 10 |
Top-Paying Careers for Allied Health Professions Graduates
Students who finish Allied Health Professions program at Bluefield State University pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid careers for Allied Health Professions graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $153,940 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technologists | $153,819 |
| Surgical Assistants | $141,004 |
| Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | $137,802 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $128,345 |
| Nuclear Medicine Technologists | $119,042 |
| Anesthesiologist Assistants | $116,229 |
| Nuclear Monitoring Technicians | $115,968 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $105,175 |
| Hearing Aid Specialists | $96,168 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.