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Health Professions Schools in Oregon

8,315 Health Professions students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

In terms of popularity, Health Professions is the 2nd most popular major in the state out of a total 37 majors commonly available.

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Education Levels of Health Professions Majors in Oregon

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 2,129
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 1,478
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 1,478
Associate Degree 1,277
Master’s Degree 1,275
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 972
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 972
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 972
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 960
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 960
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 960
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 224
Post-Master’s Certificate 224
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Gender Distribution

In Oregon, 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 Oregon is as follows:

  • Asian: 7.8%
  • Black or African American: 3.4%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 13.1%
  • White: 59.7%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 2.3%
  • Other Races: 13.8%
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Jobs for Health Professions Grads in Oregon

300,440 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 Oregon

In this state, health professions grads earn an average of $68,860. Nationwide, they make an average of $62,500.

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

#1

Oregon Health & Science University

Portland
989 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,035 Total Students

In their early career, OHSU grads earn an average salary of $84,979. The student loan default rate is 0.10% which is lower than average. 10 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

#2

Oregon State University

Corvallis
545 Degrees in Major Awarded
67% Graduation Rate
32,312 Total Students

88% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The average student takes 4.58 years to complete their degree at Oregon State. Graduates earn an average $44,536 after graduation.

#3

Portland State University

Portland
529 Degrees in Major Awarded
49% Graduation Rate
23,640 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 84% of students receive it. The student to faculty ratio is 19 to 1. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 54% are considered full time.

#4

Pacific University

Forest Grove
496 Degrees in Major Awarded
65% Graduation Rate
3,808 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $42,858 after earning their degree at this institution. The student loan default rate is 1.70% which is lower than average. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 65% are considered full time.

#5

Oregon Institute of Technology

Klamath Falls
352 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
5,323 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $61,389 after earning their degree at this institution. Most students complete their degree in 4.65 years. The student to faculty ratio is 16 to 1.

#6

University of Western States

Portland
351 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,195 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $32,138 after graduation. The full-time teacher rate is 46%. The student loan default rate is 0.80% which is lower than average.

#7

American College of Healthcare Sciences

Portland
219 Degrees in Major Awarded
856 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $24,887. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 60% of students receive it. 57% of the teachers are full time.

#8

Linfield University - School of Nursing

Portland
197 Degrees in Major Awarded
352 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 14 to 1. The student loan default rate of 2.10% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 96% are considered full time.

#9

Portland Community College

Portland
190 Degrees in Major Awarded
22,904 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $9,464. 20 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 29% are considered full time.

#10

Lane Community College

Eugene
168 Degrees in Major Awarded
7,702 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $28,336 after graduation. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 17 to 1. The full-time teacher rate is 46%.

Health Professions Careers in OR

Some of the careers health professions majors go into include:

Job Title OR Job Growth OR Median Salary
Prosthodontists 100% $0
Physician Assistants 39% $113,950
Physical Therapist Aides 38% $28,610
Home Health Aides 35% $24,930
Physical Therapist Assistants 35% $61,130
Nurse Practitioners 35% $110,770
Occupational Therapy Assistants 35% $61,600
Athletic Trainers 33% $48,450
Software Applications Developers 32% $100,080
Nursing Instructors and Professors 32% $69,310
Health Specialties Professors 30% $122,630
Exercise Physiologists 29% $53,400
Health Diagnosing and Treating Practitioners 29% $75,510
Veterinary Technologists and Technicians 29% $35,710
Medical Assistants 29% $38,200
Veterinarians 28% $87,020
Physical Therapists 28% $85,480
Nurse Anesthetists 26% $184,300
Optometrists 25% $98,920
Personal Care Aides 25% $26,370
Hearing Aid Specialists 25% $53,390
Orthotists and Prosthetists 25% $67,640
Nurse Midwives 25% $109,740
Respiratory Therapists 25% $69,700
Computer and Information Research Scientists 24% $116,770
Audiologists 24% $85,040
Medical Secretaries 24% $38,520
Massage Therapists 23% $62,780
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers 23% $88,360
Medical and Health Services Managers 22% $105,690
Marriage and Family Therapists 21% $51,640
Podiatrists 20% $103,790
Dispensing Opticians 20% $38,660
Phlebotomists 19% $38,010
Ophthalmic Medical Technicians 19% $39,910
Family and General Practitioners 19% $205,880
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Workers 19% $45,260
Health Technologists and Technicians 18% $51,540
Psychology Professors 18% $64,450
Speech-Language Pathologists 18% $84,790
Substance Abuse Counselors 18% $0
Occupational Therapists 18% $90,570
Healthcare Social Workers 18% $69,720
Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians 18% $35,800
Mental Health Counselors 17% $0
Marketing Managers 17% $109,990
Computer User Support Specialists 17% $50,790
Pharmacy Technicians 17% $41,160
Registered Nurses 17% $91,220
Chiropractors 17% $66,510
Substance Abuse Social Workers 17% $46,270
Environmental Scientists and Specialists 16% $77,330
Dietitians and Nutritionists 16% $67,610
Clinical, Counseling, and School Psychologists 16% $89,150
Dental Laboratory Technicians 16% $36,560
Rehabilitation Counselors 15% $38,040
Dental Hygienists 15% $86,160
Dental Assistants 15% $43,990
Computer Workers 15% $77,540
Surgical Technologists 15% $53,700
Fitness Trainers and Aerobics Instructors 15% $35,920
Managers 15% $89,200
Medical Scientists 15% $71,390
Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics 14% $41,440
Physicians and Surgeons 14% $199,960
Ambulance Drivers and Attendants 14% $25,420
Medical Appliance Technicians 14% $29,910
Community Health Workers 14% $40,790
Healthcare Support Workers 14% $41,360
Sales Managers 14% $112,250
Engineers 14% $87,070
Dentists 14% $179,490
Administrative Services Managers 14% $89,490
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists 14% $90,220
Dietetic Technicians 13% $45,060
Pharmacists 13% $137,620
Medical Equipment Preparers 13% $39,450
Counselors 13% $59,530
Psychiatric Technicians 13% $49,870
Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians 13% $0
Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians 13% $78,810
Medical Records and Health Information Technicians 13% $47,030
Therapists 13% $49,210
Nuclear Medicine Technologists 13% $87,540
Fine Artists 12% $51,020
Nursing Assistants 12% $32,350
Radiation Therapists 12% $106,370
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists 12% $74,030
Psychiatric Aides 11% $38,920
Natural Sciences Managers 11% $104,160
Physicists 11% $87,930
Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists 11% $0
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses 10% $53,680
Office and Administrative Support Worker Supervisors 7% $56,360
Recreational Therapists 7% $54,680
Life Scientists 6% $56,860
Clergy 6% $48,340
Occupational Therapy Aides 0% $0
Epidemiologists 0% $71,640
Computer Programmers -3% $81,260
Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators -3% $66,690
Medical Transcriptionists -5% $37,820

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