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Medical Science Schools in California

86 students earned Medical Science degrees in California in the 2020-2021 year.

In terms of popularity, Medical Science is the 24th most popular major in the state out of a total 28 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Medical Science Majors in California

Medical Science majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 76
Post-Master’s Certificate 10
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 10

Gender Distribution

In California, a medical science major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of medical science majors in California is as follows:

  • Asian: 29.1%
  • Black or African American: 2.3%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 12.8%
  • White: 34.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 9.3%
  • Other Races: 11.6%
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Jobs for Medical Science Grads in California

In this state, there are 34,710 people employed in jobs related to a medical science degree, compared to 187,640 nationwide.

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Wages for Medical Science Jobs in California

In this state, medical science grads earn an average of $102,550. Nationwide, they make an average of $96,420.

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There are 6 colleges in California that offer medical science degrees. Learn about the most popular 6 below:

26 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,201 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.00%. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 66% are considered full time.

22 Degrees in Major Awarded
86% Graduation Rate
39,576 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $56,844 a year. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.00%. The average student takes 4.29 years to complete their degree at UCSD.

16 Degrees in Major Awarded
92% Graduation Rate
46,287 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.17 years. 9 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Graduates earn an average $65,748 after graduation.

9 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
36,303 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 74% get financial aid. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 18 to 1. It takes the average student 4.20 years to graduate.

7 Degrees in Major Awarded
631 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 70% are considered full time.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
91% Graduation Rate
44,589 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.60%. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 72% are considered full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 18 to 1.

Medical Science Careers in CA

Some of the careers medical science majors go into include:

Job Title CA Job Growth CA Median Salary
Medical Scientists 13% $99,100
Natural Sciences Managers 11% $150,350

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to medical science.

Major Annual Graduates in CA
Nursing 18,329
Health Sciences & Services 5,947
Public Health 5,024
Allied Health Professions 4,117
Rehabilitation Professions 3,157
Health/Medical Admin Services 3,003
Communication Sciences 2,227
Mental & Social Health Services 1,899

View all majors related to Medical Science

View Nationwide Medical Science Report

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