Find Schools

Study Area & Zipcode

Health Professions in Colorado

Find Schools Near

Health Professions Schools in Colorado

17,075 Health Professions students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

A Health Professions major is the 2nd most popular major in this state.

Featured schools near , edit

Education Levels of Health Professions Majors in Colorado

Health Professions majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 5,369
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 4,453
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 4,453
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 4,453
Master’s Degree 2,589
Associate Degree 1,936
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 1,444
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 1,444
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 1,194
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 1,194
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 1,194
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 90
Post-Master’s Certificate 90
Top Colorado Schools in Health Professions
View the 2023 Best Health Professions Schools in Colorado

Gender Distribution

In Colorado, a health professions major is more popular with women than with men.

undefined

Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of health professions majors in Colorado is as follows:

  • Asian: 4.3%
  • Black or African American: 7.6%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 17.5%
  • White: 54.7%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.7%
  • Other Races: 15.2%
undefined

Jobs for Health Professions Grads in Colorado

There are 391,710 people in the state and 22,470,500 people in the nation working in health professions jobs.

undefined

Wages for Health Professions Jobs in Colorado

In this state, health professions grads earn an average of $61,630. Nationwide, they make an average of $62,500.

undefined

by State see other states

There are 10 colleges in Colorado that offer health professions degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

#1

Aspen University

Denver
1,920 Degrees in Major Awarded
9,563 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 5.00%. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 8 to 1.

#2

University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus

Denver
1,411 Degrees in Major Awarded
48% Graduation Rate
24,723 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $48,167 a year. The full-time teacher rate is 69%. A typical student attending CU Anschutz will pay a net price of $14,470.

#3

American Sentinel University

Aurora
1,045 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,761 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 13%. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $76,675 a year. The student to faculty ratio is 11 to 1.

#4

Colorado Technical University - Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs
1,034 Degrees in Major Awarded
23% Graduation Rate
28,244 Total Students

85% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $29,625 a year. 31 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

#5

Regis University

Denver
694 Degrees in Major Awarded
68% Graduation Rate
6,310 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 99% of students receive it. In their early career, Regis U grads earn an average salary of $57,824. The full-time teacher rate is 41%.

#6

Colorado State University - Global Campus

Greenwood Village
495 Degrees in Major Awarded
12,578 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $14,954. 27 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The full-time teacher rate is 26%.

#7

University of Northern Colorado

Greeley
460 Degrees in Major Awarded
47% Graduation Rate
11,460 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 60%. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 99% of students receive it. This public school has an average net price of $15,570.

#8

Denver College of Nursing

Denver
444 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,042 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 2.30% which is lower than average. 16% of the teachers are full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 15 to 1.

#9

Pueblo Community College

Pueblo
328 Degrees in Major Awarded
5,551 Total Students

In their early career, Pueblo Community College grads earn an average salary of $27,961. 18 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Of all the students who attend this school, 83% get financial aid.

#10

University of Colorado at Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs
315 Degrees in Major Awarded
45% Graduation Rate
12,380 Total Students

59% of the teachers are full time. This public school has an average net price of $15,648. Graduates earn an average $40,762 after graduation.

Health Professions Careers in CO

Some of the careers health professions majors go into include:

Job Title CO Job Growth CO Median Salary
Genetic Counselors 50% $81,720
Home Health Aides 48% $25,260
Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians 47% $69,000
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers 46% $84,660
Physical Therapist Aides 46% $30,420
Nurse Practitioners 46% $105,560
Personal Care Aides 45% $24,290
Physical Therapists 44% $81,460
Physical Therapist Assistants 43% $56,280
Occupational Therapy Aides 43% $33,450
Health Technologists and Technicians 38% $42,870
Physician Assistants 38% $103,070
Athletic Trainers 37% $48,450
Veterinary Technologists and Technicians 37% $36,060
Orthotists and Prosthetists 36% $51,900
Therapists 36% $58,490
Occupational Therapists 36% $86,740
Nursing Instructors and Professors 36% $59,140
Health Specialties Professors 36% $116,840
Registered Nurses 36% $72,870
Healthcare Social Workers 36% $50,500
Occupational Therapy Assistants 36% $56,440
Phlebotomists 35% $35,130
Surgical Technologists 35% $53,020
Radiation Therapists 35% $92,370
Health Diagnosing and Treating Practitioners 35% $56,560
Clergy 35% $54,580
Respiratory Therapists 34% $62,200
Medical Equipment Preparers 34% $39,160
Clinical, Counseling, and School Psychologists 34% $84,410
Mental Health Counselors 34% $0
Substance Abuse Counselors 33% $0
Marriage and Family Therapists 33% $65,120
Substance Abuse Social Workers 32% $45,440
Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics 32% $38,300
Exercise Physiologists 32% $47,620
Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians 32% $0
Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists 32% $0
Dietitians and Nutritionists 32% $59,630
Community Health Workers 32% $38,830
Psychology Professors 31% $60,510
Social Work Professors 31% $60,210
Audiologists 31% $86,660
Software Applications Developers 31% $104,980
Massage Therapists 31% $45,750
Nursing Assistants 31% $32,000
Medical and Health Services Managers 30% $108,660
Speech-Language Pathologists 30% $87,080
Dispensing Opticians 30% $38,270
Optometrists 30% $131,190
Medical Records and Health Information Technicians 29% $46,990
Medical Assistants 28% $35,640
Rehabilitation Counselors 28% $46,610
Counselors 27% $52,570
Recreational Therapists 27% $47,200
Dietetic Technicians 27% $25,770
Computer User Support Specialists 27% $56,700
Ophthalmic Medical Technicians 26% $36,960
Nurse Anesthetists 26% $175,710
Pharmacy Technicians 26% $36,090
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists 26% $78,930
Veterinarians 25% $90,630
Psychiatric Aides 25% $31,740
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Workers 24% $47,400
Fitness Trainers and Aerobics Instructors 24% $43,140
Medical Scientists 24% $59,350
Environmental Scientists and Specialists 24% $86,190
Fine Artists 23% $37,720
Computer and Information Research Scientists 23% $117,330
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses 22% $51,550
Physicians and Surgeons 22% $208,000
Pharmacists 22% $127,490
Healthcare Support Workers 21% $31,330
Marketing Managers 21% $161,870
Administrative Services Managers 20% $113,320
Computer Workers 20% $99,840
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists 20% $79,630
Dental Hygienists 19% $86,850
Dental Assistants 18% $40,170
Dentists 18% $131,090
Epidemiologists 18% $61,040
Nuclear Medicine Technologists 18% $85,960
Physicists 18% $100,850
Office and Administrative Support Worker Supervisors 17% $59,320
Life Scientists 17% $49,550
Chiropractors 17% $56,410
Engineers 17% $111,020
Managers 16% $127,750
Dental Laboratory Technicians 16% $47,200
Sales Managers 16% $145,520
Natural Sciences Managers 15% $127,080
Family and General Practitioners 15% $208,000
Medical Transcriptionists 15% $38,290
Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians 15% $36,780
Psychiatric Technicians 15% $37,360
Medical Appliance Technicians 14% $54,700
Occupational Health and Safety Technicians 14% $62,320
Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators 13% $70,720
Computer Programmers 0% $92,680

View Nationwide Health Professions Report

References

More about our data sources and methodologies.

Featured Schools

Southern New Hampshire University You have goals. Southern New Hampshire University can help you get there. Whether you need a bachelor's degree to get into a career or want a master's degree to move up in your current career, SNHU has an online program for you. Find your degree from over 200 online programs. Learn More >

Find Schools Near You

Our free school finder matches students with accredited colleges across the U.S.

Explore Schools

Course Advisor provides higher-education, college and university, degree, program, career, salary, and other helpful information to students, faculty, institutions, and other internet audiences. Presented information and data are subject to change. Inclusion on this website does not imply or represent a direct relationship with the company, school, or brand. Information, though believed correct at time of publication, may not be correct, and no warranty is provided. Contact the schools to verify any information before relying on it. Financial aid may be available for those who qualify. The displayed options may include sponsored or recommended results, not necessarily based on your preferences.

© Course Advisor – All Rights Reserved.