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Health Professions Schools in District of Columbia

In 2020-2021, 3,939 students earned their Health Professions degrees in DC.

A Health Professions major is the 3rd most popular major in this state.

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Education Levels of Health Professions Majors in District of Columbia

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 1,724
Bachelor’s Degree 908
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 810
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 810
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 810
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 217
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 217
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 183
Post-Master’s Certificate 183
Associate Degree 80
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 17
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 17
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 17
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Gender Distribution

In District of Columbia, a health professions major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 13.6%
  • Black or African American: 25.3%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 10.0%
  • White: 39.5%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 2.7%
  • Other Races: 8.9%
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Jobs for Health Professions Grads in District of Columbia

In this state, there are 119,480 people employed in jobs related to a health professions degree, compared to 22,470,500 nationwide.

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Wages for Health Professions Jobs in District of Columbia

A typical salary for a health professions grad in the state is $80,840, compared to a typical salary of $62,500 nationwide.

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

#1

George Washington University

Washington
2,113 Degrees in Major Awarded
82% Graduation Rate
27,017 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $32,563. It takes the average student 4.10 years to graduate. The full-time teacher rate is 53%.

#2

Georgetown University

Washington
610 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
19,371 Total Students

In their early career, Georgetown grads earn an average salary of $71,107. The average student takes 4.05 years to complete their degree at Georgetown. 11 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

#3

Howard University

Washington
499 Degrees in Major Awarded
62% Graduation Rate
10,859 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $41,388. 98% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. In their early career, Howard grads earn an average salary of $43,792.

#4

Trinity Washington University

Washington
130 Degrees in Major Awarded
28% Graduation Rate
1,846 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.76 years to graduate. The full-time teacher rate is 29%. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it.

#5

American University

Washington
105 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
14,001 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.70%. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $55,945 after earning their degree at this institution. 11 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

#6

Catholic University of America

Washington
93 Degrees in Major Awarded
76% Graduation Rate
5,366 Total Students

98% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. 11 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The 2.40% student loan default rate is lower than average.

#7

University of the District of Columbia

Washington
55 Degrees in Major Awarded
45% Graduation Rate
3,725 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 8 to 1. 34% of the teachers are full time. This public school has an average net price of $16,001.

#8

Strayer University - Global Region

Washington
41 Degrees in Major Awarded
10,457 Total Students

60% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 28 to 1. Graduates earn an average $30,628 after graduation.

#9

Gallaudet University

Washington
39 Degrees in Major Awarded
47% Graduation Rate
1,451 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.58 years. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 6 to 1. 75% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

#10

Career Technical Institute

Washington
10 Degrees in Major Awarded
493 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 26 to 1. The full-time teacher rate is 100%. In their early career, Career Technical Institute grads earn an average salary of $24,026.

Health Professions Careers in DC

Some of the careers health professions majors go into include:

Job Title DC Job Growth DC Median Salary
Home Health Aides 53% $28,900
Personal Care Aides 42% $29,550
Software Applications Developers 34% $113,750
Nurse Practitioners 30% $110,420
Physician Assistants 30% $115,460
Nursing Instructors and Professors 29% $135,700
Dietetic Technicians 29% $27,880
Athletic Trainers 29% $56,730
Health Specialties Professors 28% $0
Medical Assistants 27% $41,500
Physical Therapist Aides 25% $29,300
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers 24% $90,670
Substance Abuse Counselors 24% $0
Occupational Therapists 23% $91,950
Computer and Information Research Scientists 22% $126,280
Substance Abuse Social Workers 22% $71,110
Dental Hygienists 22% $85,560
Phlebotomists 21% $41,300
Counselors 21% $44,220
Physical Therapists 21% $85,470
Community Health Workers 20% $56,820
Medical Secretaries 20% $44,510
Mental Health Counselors 20% $0
Audiologists 20% $100,260
Respiratory Therapists 20% $75,870
Dental Assistants 19% $46,630
Recreational Therapists 19% $64,120
Healthcare Social Workers 19% $71,220
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Workers 18% $81,550
Dentists 18% $169,670
Fitness Trainers and Aerobics Instructors 18% $47,380
Speech-Language Pathologists 18% $94,330
Dispensing Opticians 17% $46,650
Psychiatric Aides 17% $0
Epidemiologists 17% $97,490
Occupational Therapy Aides 17% $0
Podiatrists 17% $108,950
Massage Therapists 17% $32,770
Medical and Health Services Managers 17% $127,960
Medical Scientists 16% $84,940
Medical Equipment Preparers 16% $40,180
Psychology Professors 16% $99,050
Psychiatric Technicians 15% $53,090
Health Technologists and Technicians 15% $48,280
Dietitians and Nutritionists 15% $66,400
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses 15% $53,020
Dental Laboratory Technicians 14% $0
Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians 14% $82,820
Computer User Support Specialists 14% $66,390
Medical Records and Health Information Technicians 14% $49,570
Physical Therapist Assistants 13% $36,510
Pharmacy Technicians 13% $39,930
Rehabilitation Counselors 13% $41,690
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists 13% $90,200
Clinical, Counseling, and School Psychologists 12% $84,780
Registered Nurses 12% $88,800
Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists 11% $0
Marketing Managers 10% $151,370
Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians 9% $0
Nursing Assistants 9% $31,190
Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics 9% $57,040
Veterinarians 8% $93,230
Radiation Therapists 8% $77,490
Sales Managers 8% $123,180
Administrative Services Managers 8% $114,220
Physicians and Surgeons 8% $167,090
Healthcare Support Workers 8% $48,940
Veterinary Technologists and Technicians 8% $36,220
Computer Workers 8% $118,800
Pharmacists 7% $126,110
Surgical Technologists 7% $59,200
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists 7% $89,460
Family and General Practitioners 7% $157,740
Physicists 6% $146,890
Natural Sciences Managers 5% $133,700
Environmental Scientists and Specialists 5% $118,400
Health Diagnosing and Treating Practitioners 5% $126,060
Managers 3% $141,320
Engineers 2% $141,320
Office and Administrative Support Worker Supervisors 1% $73,800
Nurse Anesthetists 0% $0
Computer Programmers -3% $106,150
Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators -7% $69,140
Respiratory Therapy Technicians -57% $0

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