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Allied Health Professions Schools in Iowa

In 2020-2021, 840 students earned their Allied Health degrees in IA.

In this state, Allied Health Professions is the 2nd most popular major out of a total 36 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Allied Health Professions Majors in Iowa

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 334
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 334
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 334
Associate Degree 283
Bachelor’s Degree 116
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 107
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 107

Gender Distribution

In Iowa, 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 Iowa is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.5%
  • Black or African American: 2.5%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 8.8%
  • White: 74.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.8%
  • Other Races: 11.4%
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Jobs for Allied Health Professions Grads in Iowa

There are 14,230 people in the state and 1,414,230 people in the nation working in allied health jobs.

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Wages for Allied Health Professions Jobs in Iowa

Allied Health grads earn an average of $52,700 in the state and $61,540 nationwide.

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

133 Degrees in Major Awarded
5,360 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 7.60%. The student to faculty ratio is 16 to 1. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $31,342 after earning their degree at this institution.

124 Degrees in Major Awarded
23,051 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time. In their early career, DMACC grads earn an average salary of $31,906. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $9,557.

81 Degrees in Major Awarded
7,081 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 9.10% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Of all the students who attend this school, 91% get financial aid. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time.

62 Degrees in Major Awarded
25% Graduation Rate
869 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $23,737. Of all the students who attend this school, 91% get financial aid. Graduates earn an average $50,376 after graduation.

54 Degrees in Major Awarded
12,277 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 82% get financial aid. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $9,906. The full-time teacher rate is 99%.

53 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,681 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 22 to 1. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 96% of students receive it. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time.

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University of Iowa

Iowa City
46 Degrees in Major Awarded
73% Graduation Rate
30,318 Total Students

87% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Most students complete their degree in 4.28 years. Graduates earn an average $48,768 after graduation.

35 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,162 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 8.70% which is lower than average. 12 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The full-time teacher rate is 34%.

32 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,260 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 15 to 1. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 85% of students receive it. This public school has an average net price of $7,005.

26 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,279 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 34%. 93% of students get financical aid. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 14 to 1.

Allied Health Professions Careers in IA

Some of the careers allied health majors go into include:

Job Title IA Job Growth IA Median Salary
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers 24% $68,910
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists 14% $60,130
Health Technologists and Technicians 14% $40,190
Hearing Aid Specialists 13% $42,480
Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics 11% $34,600
Surgical Technologists 10% $40,200
Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians 10% $50,600
Nuclear Medicine Technologists 7% $72,920

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

Major Annual Graduates in IA
Nursing & Nursing Assistants 1,762
Allied Health Services 477
Health/Medical Admin Services 358
Dental Support Services 296
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science 137
Bodywork & Therapeutic Services 102
Health Sciences & Services 54
Mental & Social Health Services 1

View all majors related to Allied Health Professions

View Nationwide Allied Health Professions Report

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