Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling at Alvernia University
If you are interested in studying Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling, consider the program at Alvernia University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Alvernia University is in Reading, PA.
During the most recent reporting year, 17 substance abuse/addiction counseling degrees were granted at Alvernia University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Alvernia University
Many students take online classes at Alvernia University. Among 2,796 students, 566 (20%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 671 (24%) took at least some classes online.
Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling Rankings at Alvernia University
Use these rankings to compare Alvernia University’s Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #3 of 6 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #12 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #13 of 19 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #32 of 38 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #92 of 125 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #188 of 205 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling graduates at Alvernia University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling graduates at Alvernia University are 71% women (12) and 29% men (5).
Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling Bachelor’s Program at Alvernia University
Of the 17 bachelor’s substance abuse/addiction counseling degrees awarded at Alvernia University, 71% were women (12) and 29% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling bachelor’s degree recipients at Alvernia University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 41% of Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling bachelor’s degree recipients at Alvernia University, higher than the national average of 34%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Best-Paid Careers for Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling Graduates
Students who finish Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling program at Alvernia University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Mental Health Counselors | $72,983 |
| Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors | $52,157 |
| Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | $46,663 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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