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Emergency Medical Technology at Western Carolina University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Emergency Medical Technology, consider the program at Western Carolina University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Western Carolina University is located in Cullowhee, NC.
Online & Distance Learning at Western Carolina University
Many students take online classes at Western Carolina University. Of 11,686 students, 2,836 (24%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,047 (26%) took at least some classes online.
Emergency Medical Technology Rankings at Western Carolina University
Use these rankings to compare Western Carolina University’s Emergency Medical Technology program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #2 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #24 of 128 |
| Best Value | North Carolina | #24 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #120 of 388 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #177 of 199 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #467 of 561 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Emergency Medical Technology Graduates
Students who finish Emergency Medical Technology program at Western Carolina University pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid careers for Emergency Medical Technology majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $105,175 |
| Paramedics | $62,670 |
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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