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Gerontology Schools in Oregon

In 2020-2021, 80 students earned their Gerontology degrees in OR.

As a degree choice, Gerontology is the 140th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Gerontology Majors in Oregon

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 33
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 33
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 33
Post-Master’s Certificate 24
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 24
Associate Degree 13
Bachelor’s Degree 9
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 1
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 1

Gender Distribution

In Oregon, a gerontology major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of gerontology majors in Oregon is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.3%
  • Black or African American: 6.3%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 6.3%
  • White: 55.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 2.5%
  • Other Races: 28.7%
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Jobs for Gerontology Grads in Oregon

2,170 people in the state and 155,850 in the nation are employed in jobs related to gerontology.

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Wages for Gerontology Jobs in Oregon

In this state, gerontology grads earn an average of $76,420. Nationwide, they make an average of $85,750.

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There are 5 colleges in Oregon that offer gerontology degrees. Learn about the most popular 5 below:

#1

Pacific University

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

The average student takes 4.13 years to complete their degree at Pacific. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $42,858 a year. 99% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

13 Degrees in Major Awarded
22,904 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $33,146 after graduation. 76% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 29% are considered full time.

9 Degrees in Major Awarded
40% Graduation Rate
4,554 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.51 years. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $15,214. In their early career, Western Oregon State College grads earn an average salary of $37,645.

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

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 4.70%. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 54% are considered full time. Graduates earn an average $42,719 after graduation.

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

The student loan default rate of 2.80% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. A typical student attending Oregon State will pay a net price of $21,508. 18 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

Gerontology Careers in OR

Some of the careers gerontology majors go into include:

Job Title OR Job Growth OR Median Salary
Medical Scientists 15% $71,390
Social Scientists 13% $73,860

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

Major Annual Graduates in OR
Other Interdisciplinary Studies 364
Biological & Physical Science 292
International Studies 166
Interdisciplinary Studies 86
Sustainability Science 56
Mathematics & Computer Science 39
Peace Studies & Conflict Resolution 36
Behavioral Science 20

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