Physician Assistant at Mercyhurst University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Physician Assistant, consider the program at Mercyhurst University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Mercyhurst University sits in Erie, PA.
During the most recent reporting year, 27 physician assistant graduations were recorded at Mercyhurst University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Mercyhurst University
Many students take online classes at Mercyhurst University. Among 2,632 students, 191 (7%) studied exclusively online and 668 (25%) took at least some classes online.
Physician Assistant Rankings at Mercyhurst University
Rankings can help you compare Mercyhurst University’s Physician Assistant program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #15 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #19 of 21 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #38 of 56 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #54 of 57 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #173 of 226 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #213 of 241 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Physician Assistant graduates at Mercyhurst University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Physician Assistant graduates at Mercyhurst University are 81% women (22) and 19% men (5).
Physician Assistant Master’s Program at Mercyhurst University
Of the 27 master’s physician assistant degrees awarded at Mercyhurst University, 81% were women (22) and 19% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physician Assistant master’s degree recipients at Mercyhurst University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 24 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 7% of Physician Assistant master’s degree recipients at Mercyhurst University, lower than the national average of 29%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Top-Paying Careers for Physician Assistant Graduates
Those who complete Physician Assistant program at Mercyhurst University pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid careers for Physician Assistant majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Anesthesiologist Assistants | $116,229 |
| Physician Assistants | $77,320 |
| 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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