Physician Assistant at University of Nevada-Reno
What traits are you looking for in a school for Physician Assistant, take a look at what University of Nevada-Reno. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Nevada-Reno sits in Reno, NV.
During the most recent reporting year, 22 physician assistant degrees were granted at University of Nevada-Reno.
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Studying Online at University of Nevada-Reno
Many students take online classes at University of Nevada-Reno. Of 23,024 students, 1,483 (6%) studied exclusively online and 6,208 (27%) took at least some classes online.
Physician Assistant Rankings at University of Nevada-Reno
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Nevada-Reno’s Physician Assistant program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Nevada | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nevada | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #5 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #16 of 19 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #39 of 226 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #112 of 241 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Physician Assistant graduates at University of Nevada-Reno, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Physician Assistant graduates at University of Nevada-Reno are 68% women (15) and 32% men (7).
Physician Assistant Master’s Program at University of Nevada-Reno
Of the 22 master’s physician assistant graduates at University of Nevada-Reno, 68% were women (15) and 32% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physician Assistant master’s degree recipients at University of Nevada-Reno.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 45% of Physician Assistant master’s degree recipients at University of Nevada-Reno, higher 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.
Best-Paid Careers for Physician Assistant Graduates
Those who complete Physician Assistant program at University of Nevada-Reno go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the top-paying 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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