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Allied Health in Georgia

Allied Health Schools in Georgia

2,352 Allied Health students earned their degrees in the state in 2021-2022.

In terms of popularity, Allied Health is the 7th most popular major in the state out of a total 46 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Allied Health Majors in Georgia

Allied Health majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Associate Degree 744
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 742
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 331
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 331
Bachelor’s Degree 240

Gender Distribution

In Georgia, a allied health major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of allied health majors in Georgia is as follows:

  • Asian: 3.5%
  • Black or African American: 24.7%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 9.4%
  • White: 58.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.5%
  • Other Races: 4.0%
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Jobs for Allied Health Grads in Georgia

44,020 people in the state and 1,414,230 in the nation are employed in jobs related to allied health.

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Wages for Allied Health Jobs in Georgia

Allied Health grads earn an average of $57,520 in the state and $61,540 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in Georgia that offer allied health degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

236 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,996 Total Students

In their early career, Southern Crescent Technical College grads earn an average salary of $29,567. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 5.30%. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $7,412.

182 Degrees in Major Awarded
9,614 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $3,166. Of all the students who attend this school, 94% get financial aid. 100% of the teachers are full time.

#3

Gwinnett Technical College

Lawrenceville
178 Degrees in Major Awarded
8,004 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $34,693 after graduation. This public school has an average net price of $12,953. The student loan default rate is 3.30% which is lower than average.

154 Degrees in Major Awarded
6,326 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 95% get financial aid. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $4,038. The student loan default rate of 3.90% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

151 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,246 Total Students

97% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $25,891 a year. 100% of the teachers are full time.

110 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
27,076 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.58 years. In their early career, GaSou grads earn an average salary of $42,367. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 84% are considered full time.

104 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,383 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $319. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $25,358 a year. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 93% of students receive it.

96 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,567 Total Students

74% of the teachers are full time. The student loan default rate of 8.00% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. This public school has an average net price of $5,591.

94 Degrees in Major Awarded
5,068 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $32,573 after earning their degree at this institution. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $6,628. 84% of students get financical aid.

90 Degrees in Major Awarded
8,980 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 19 to 1. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $30,236 after earning their degree at this institution. Of all the students who attend this school, 74% get financial aid.

Allied Health Careers in GA

Some of the careers allied health majors go into include:

Job Title GA Job Growth GA Median Salary
Hearing Aid Specialists 29% $37,340
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers 26% $61,580
Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics 24% $32,570
Health Technologists and Technicians 23% $44,330
Surgical Technologists 16% $44,450
Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians 15% $59,900
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists 15% $68,470
Nuclear Medicine Technologists 12% $74,720
Respiratory Therapy Technicians -56% $52,120

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to allied health.

Major Annual Graduates in GA
Allied Health Services 2,571
Health/Medical Admin Services 2,529
Nursing & Nursing Assistants 2,432
Health Sciences & Services 1,261
Dental Support Services 981
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science 464
Bodywork & Therapeutic Services 249
Optometric Support Services 62

View all majors related to Allied Health

View Nationwide Allied Health Report

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