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Optometry Schools in Massachusetts

In 2020-2021, 190 students earned their Optometry degrees in MA.

In terms of popularity, Optometry is the 121st most popular major in the state out of a total 305 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Optometry Majors in Massachusetts

Optometry majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 190
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 190
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 190

Gender Distribution

In Massachusetts, a optometry major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of optometry majors in Massachusetts is as follows:

  • Asian: 23.7%
  • Black or African American: 3.2%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 4.2%
  • White: 38.4%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 23.7%
  • Other Races: 6.8%
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Jobs for Optometry Grads in Massachusetts

In this state, there are 1,200 people employed in jobs related to an optometry degree, compared to 37,220 nationwide.

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Wages for Optometry Jobs in Massachusetts

Optometry grads earn an average of $141,890 in the state and $119,980 nationwide.

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There are 2 colleges in Massachusetts that offer optometry degrees. Learn about the most popular 2 below:

137 Degrees in Major Awarded
528 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 69%.

53 Degrees in Major Awarded
66% Graduation Rate
7,501 Total Students

13 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The full-time teacher rate is 35%. The average student takes 4.24 years to complete their degree at MCPHS University.

Optometry Careers in MA

Some of the careers optometry majors go into include:

Job Title MA Job Growth MA Median Salary
Optometrists 6% $124,890

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to optometry.

Major Annual Graduates in MA
Nursing 6,626
Public Health 1,567
Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences 1,457
Rehabilitation Professions 1,434
Allied Health Professions 1,125
Health/Medical Admin Services 859
Mental & Social Health Services 829
Health Sciences & Services 789

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