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Health Professions Schools in Nebraska

In 2020-2021, 5,405 students earned their Health Professions degrees in NE.

In terms of popularity, Health Professions is the 2nd most popular major in the state out of a total 36 majors commonly available.

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Education Levels of Health Professions Majors in Nebraska

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 1,781
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 1,058
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 1,058
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 1,058
Associate Degree 941
Master’s Degree 774
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 545
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 545
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 195
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 195
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 195
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 111
Post-Master’s Certificate 111
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Gender Distribution

In Nebraska, 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 Nebraska is as follows:

  • Asian: 4.5%
  • Black or African American: 3.8%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 7.6%
  • White: 77.1%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 1.8%
  • Other Races: 5.1%
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Jobs for Health Professions Grads in Nebraska

143,650 people in the state and 22,470,500 in the nation are employed in jobs related to health professions.

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Wages for Health Professions Jobs in Nebraska

In this state, health professions grads earn an average of $53,490. Nationwide, they make an average of $62,500.

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

#1

Creighton University

Omaha
1,159 Degrees in Major Awarded
79% Graduation Rate
8,770 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 66% are considered full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 12 to 1. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $55,076 a year.

#2

University of Nebraska Medical Center

Omaha
1,109 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,699 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 2 to 1. Graduates earn an average $60,172 after graduation. 85% of the teachers are full time.

#3

Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health

Omaha
331 Degrees in Major Awarded
57% Graduation Rate
1,212 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.27 years to graduate. An average student at Nebraska Methodist College will pay a net price of $24,108. 100% of students get financical aid.

#4

Clarkson College

Omaha
299 Degrees in Major Awarded
47% Graduation Rate
1,169 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 95% are considered full time. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 94% of students receive it. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $52,436 a year.

#5

Southeast Community College Area

Lincoln
231 Degrees in Major Awarded
9,328 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 54%. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $7,190. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 12 to 1.

#6

College of Saint Mary

Omaha
170 Degrees in Major Awarded
60% Graduation Rate
1,024 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $14,345. 99% of students get financical aid. The average student takes 4.22 years to complete their degree at Saint Mary.

#7

Metropolitan Community College

Omaha
162 Degrees in Major Awarded
13,244 Total Students

The 5.00% student loan default rate is lower than average. 20% of the teachers are full time. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $30,170 a year.

#8

Central Community College

Grand Island
159 Degrees in Major Awarded
5,974 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $31,468 after earning their degree at this institution. The student to faculty ratio is 14 to 1. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $8,069.

#9

Bryan College of Health Sciences

Lincoln
144 Degrees in Major Awarded
75% Graduation Rate
778 Total Students

An average student at Bryan College of Health Sciences will pay a net price of $27,423. Graduates earn an average $58,880 after graduation. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 10 to 1.

#10

Northeast Community College

Norfolk
139 Degrees in Major Awarded
5,105 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 18 to 1. Graduates earn an average $33,819 after graduation. The 5.00% student loan default rate is lower than average.

Health Professions Careers in NE

Some of the careers health professions majors go into include:

Job Title NE Job Growth NE Median Salary
Computer and Information Research Scientists 50% $87,190
Home Health Aides 41% $23,260
Occupational Therapy Assistants 35% $56,520
Software Applications Developers 31% $87,110
Physical Therapist Assistants 31% $48,460
Physician Assistants 29% $103,400
Personal Care Aides 28% $24,710
Marriage and Family Therapists 27% $43,370
Medical Assistants 27% $33,660
Veterinary Technologists and Technicians 27% $33,140
Veterinarians 26% $77,620
Dental Laboratory Technicians 26% $45,700
Orthodontists 25% $208,000
Epidemiologists 25% $0
Physical Therapist Aides 25% $24,680
Podiatrists 25% $208,000
Exercise Physiologists 25% $0
Physical Therapists 25% $79,840
Massage Therapists 24% $39,770
Occupational Therapists 23% $76,170
Nurse Practitioners 22% $102,210
Mental Health Counselors 21% $0
Substance Abuse Counselors 20% $0
Dentists 20% $208,000
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons 20% $208,000
Orthotists and Prosthetists 20% $61,770
Nurse Midwives 20% $0
Ambulance Drivers and Attendants 20% $28,810
Community Health Workers 19% $35,010
Medical and Health Services Managers 18% $96,490
Substance Abuse Social Workers 17% $36,740
Social Work Professors 17% $58,560
Ophthalmic Medical Technicians 17% $36,060
Phlebotomists 17% $30,810
Psychiatric Technicians 16% $29,830
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers 16% $63,070
Dental Hygienists 16% $67,450
Dental Assistants 16% $35,850
Medical Secretaries 16% $33,800
Healthcare Support Workers 16% $35,490
Dentists 15% $123,090
Healthcare Social Workers 15% $47,130
Rehabilitation Counselors 15% $36,630
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses 15% $43,420
Dietitians and Nutritionists 15% $57,220
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Workers 14% $0
Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians 14% $0
Therapists 14% $45,340
Occupational Therapy Aides 14% $27,050
Computer Workers 14% $85,600
Engineers 14% $87,830
Computer User Support Specialists 14% $47,050
Natural Sciences Managers 14% $87,250
Medical Records and Health Information Technicians 14% $38,750
Nuclear Medicine Technologists 13% $68,130
Occupational Health and Safety Technicians 13% $45,680
Nurse Anesthetists 13% $187,000
Optometrists 13% $101,870
Speech-Language Pathologists 13% $67,540
Administrative Services Managers 12% $82,610
Nursing Assistants 12% $28,280
Dispensing Opticians 12% $32,330
Clergy 12% $44,930
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists 12% $67,460
Marketing Managers 12% $86,300
Registered Nurses 12% $62,730
Clinical, Counseling, and School Psychologists 11% $67,060
Health Diagnosing and Treating Practitioners 11% $54,010
Audiologists 11% $62,910
Pharmacy Technicians 11% $32,550
Family and General Practitioners 11% $208,000
Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics 11% $31,560
Managers 11% $96,360
Sales Managers 11% $91,720
Respiratory Therapists 11% $55,080
Athletic Trainers 11% $46,840
Environmental Scientists and Specialists 10% $56,970
Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists 10% $0
Medical Equipment Preparers 10% $34,140
Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians 10% $44,870
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists 10% $65,210
Fitness Trainers and Aerobics Instructors 10% $30,340
Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians 9% $30,550
Surgical Technologists 9% $45,260
Dietetic Technicians 9% $30,240
Health Technologists and Technicians 9% $41,400
Recreational Therapists 8% $39,040
Psychology Professors 8% $73,010
Physicians and Surgeons 8% $114,250
Chiropractors 8% $51,220
Psychiatric Aides 8% $36,480
Medical Scientists 7% $54,270
Office and Administrative Support Worker Supervisors 7% $51,680
Fine Artists 6% $44,440
Health Specialties Professors 6% $81,290
Radiation Therapists 6% $73,980
Pharmacists 6% $121,390
Nursing Instructors and Professors 5% $65,850
Medical Transcriptionists 2% $34,790
Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators 0% $59,340
Physicists 0% $0
Hearing Aid Specialists 0% $27,770
Medical Appliance Technicians 0% $0
Life Scientists 0% $0
Nuclear Technicians 0% $0
Genetic Counselors 0% $0
Respiratory Therapy Technicians 0% $50,950
Computer Programmers -3% $74,920

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