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Physician Assistant Schools in North Carolina

515 Physician Assistant students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

In terms of popularity, Physician Assistant is the 7th most popular major in the state out of a total 117 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Physician Assistant Majors in North Carolina

Physician Assistant majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 515

Gender Distribution

In North Carolina, a physician assistant major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of physician assistant majors in North Carolina is as follows:

  • Asian: 8.9%
  • Black or African American: 5.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 7.4%
  • White: 67.4%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.0%
  • Other Races: 11.3%
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Jobs for Physician Assistant Grads in North Carolina

In this state, there are 15,100 people employed in jobs related to a physician assistant degree, compared to 314,190 nationwide.

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Wages for Physician Assistant Jobs in North Carolina

A typical salary for a physician assistant grad in the state is $104,680, compared to a typical salary of $108,430 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in North Carolina that offer physician assistant degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

#1

Duke University

Durham
89 Degrees in Major Awarded
96% Graduation Rate
16,172 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.08 years to graduate. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $32,459. In their early career, Duke grads earn an average salary of $77,260.

#2

Wake Forest University

Winston-Salem
85 Degrees in Major Awarded
89% Graduation Rate
8,789 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.06 years to graduate. An average student at Wake Forest University will pay a net price of $32,845. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 74% are considered full time.

54 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
3,653 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $38,647 after graduation. It takes the average student 4.23 years to graduate. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time.

#4

Campbell University

Buies Creek
52 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
5,964 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 15 to 1. The student loan default rate is 3.50% which is lower than average. 98% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

#5

Methodist University

Fayetteville
40 Degrees in Major Awarded
39% Graduation Rate
1,773 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $32,681. 10 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 99% of students receive it.

38 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
7,117 Total Students

78% of the teachers are full time. This private institution charges an average net price of $38,122. The average student takes 4.05 years to complete their degree at Elon.

37 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
2,686 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.23 years to graduate. The 5.20% student loan default rate is lower than average. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time.

36 Degrees in Major Awarded
65% Graduation Rate
28,798 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 5.10% which is lower than average. Most students complete their degree in 4.44 years. 81% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

#9

High Point University

High Point
35 Degrees in Major Awarded
65% Graduation Rate
5,617 Total Students

The average student takes 4.07 years to complete their degree at High Point. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $46,275 a year. An average student at High Point will pay a net price of $39,475.

#10

Gardner - Webb University

Boiling Springs
31 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
3,536 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 97% are considered full time. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it. Graduates earn an average $37,522 after graduation.

Physician Assistant Careers in NC

Some of the careers physician assistant majors go into include:

Job Title NC Job Growth NC Median Salary
Physician Assistants 38% $102,180
Health Specialties Professors 28% $105,520

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

Major Annual Graduates in NC
Emergency Medical Technology 402
Radiologic Technology 367
Respiratory Care Therapy 202
Athletic Training 103
Surgical Technology 89
Sonographer/Ultrasound Technology 87
Nuclear Medical Technology 46
Allied Health/Treatment Professions 37

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