Physician Assistant at Southern California University of Health Sciences
What traits are you looking for in a school for Physician Assistant, consider the program at Southern California University of Health Sciences. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Southern California University of Health Sciences sits in Whittier, CA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 48 physician assistant degrees were awarded at Southern California University of Health Sciences.
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Online Class Availability at Southern California University of Health Sciences
Distance learning is available at Southern California University of Health Sciences. Of 2,008 students, 1,069 (53%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 0 (0%) took at least some classes online.
Physician Assistant Rankings at Southern California University of Health Sciences
Rankings can help you compare Southern California University of Health Sciences’s Physician Assistant program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | California | #8 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #10 of 13 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #12 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #15 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #111 of 241 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #222 of 226 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Physician Assistant graduates at Southern California University of Health Sciences, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Physician Assistant graduates at Southern California University of Health Sciences are 73% women (35) and 27% men (13).
Physician Assistant Master’s Program at Southern California University of Health Sciences
Of the 48 master’s physician assistant degrees awarded at Southern California University of Health Sciences, 73% were women (35) and 27% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physician Assistant master’s degree recipients at Southern California University of Health Sciences.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 18 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 13 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 69% of Physician Assistant master’s degree recipients at Southern California University of Health Sciences, above 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 Southern California University of Health Sciences go on to a range of careers. Below are the best-paid careers for Physician Assistant graduates, 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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