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Physician Assistant in Pennsylvania

Physician Assistant Schools in Pennsylvania

In 2021-2022, 1,345 students earned their Physician Assistant degrees in PA.

As a degree choice, Physician Assistant is the 71st most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Physician Assistant Majors in Pennsylvania

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 75

Gender Distribution

In Pennsylvania, 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 Pennsylvania is as follows:

  • Asian: 8.2%
  • Black or African American: 1.9%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 4.5%
  • White: 76.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.1%
  • Other Races: 9.4%
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Jobs for Physician Assistant Grads in Pennsylvania

19,070 people in the state and 314,190 in the nation are employed in jobs related to physician assistant.

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Wages for Physician Assistant Jobs in Pennsylvania

In this state, physician assistant grads earn an average of $95,160. Nationwide, they make an average of $108,430.

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There are 2 colleges in Pennsylvania that offer physician assistant degrees. Learn about the most popular 2 below:

#1

Duquesne University

Pittsburgh
35 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
8,300 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 1.20% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 49% are considered full time. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it.

#2

Pennsylvania College of Technology

Williamsport
22 Degrees in Major Awarded
52% Graduation Rate
4,240 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.20%. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $43,486 after earning their degree at this institution. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $25,028.

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

Major Annual Graduates in PA
Radiologic Technology 370
Sonographer/Ultrasound Technology 230
Surgical Technology 204
Medical Radiologic Technology 186
Respiratory Care Therapy 183
Emergency Medical Technology 165
Athletic Training 148
Allied Health/Treatment Professions 107

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