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Medical/Clinical Assistant Schools in Mississippi

488 students earned Medical/Clinical Assistant degrees in Mississippi in the 2021-2022 year.

A Medical/Clinical Assistant major is the 5th most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Medical/Clinical Assistant Majors in Mississippi

Medical/Clinical Assistant majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 469
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 469
Associate Degree 19

Gender Distribution

In Mississippi, a medical/clinical assistant major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of medical/clinical assistant majors in Mississippi is as follows:

  • Asian: 0.0%
  • Black or African American: 78.7%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 3.9%
  • White: 13.3%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.0%
  • Other Races: 4.1%
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Jobs for Medical/Clinical Assistant Grads in Mississippi

There are 3,160 people in the state and 673,660 people in the nation working in medical/clinical assistant jobs.

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Wages for Medical/Clinical Assistant Jobs in Mississippi

In this state, medical/clinical assistant grads earn an average of $30,470. Nationwide, they make an average of $34,540.

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There are 7 colleges in Mississippi that offer medical/clinical assistant degrees. Learn about the most popular 7 below:

244 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,637 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 2.90% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $27,446 a year. The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1.

136 Degrees in Major Awarded
362 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 71% are considered full time. Graduates earn an average $27,415 after graduation. 95% of students get financical aid.

81 Degrees in Major Awarded
345 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 4.10% which is lower than average. Graduates earn an average $19,146 after graduation. This private institution charges an average net price of $23,159.

18 Degrees in Major Awarded
13 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,284 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 85% are considered full time. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $26,959 after earning their degree at this institution. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 21 to 1.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,718 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $26,114 a year. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 63% are considered full time.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
8,208 Total Students

The 5.20% student loan default rate is lower than average. In their early career, Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College grads earn an average salary of $26,319. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 75% are considered full time.

Medical/Clinical Assistant Careers in MS

Some of the careers medical/clinical assistant majors go into include:

Job Title MS Job Growth MS Median Salary
Medical Assistants 12% $28,770

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to medical/clinical assistant.

Major Annual Graduates in MS
Physical Therapy Technician 90
Occupational Therapist Assistant 55
Pharmacy Technician/Assistant 14

View all majors related to Medical/Clinical Assistant

View Nationwide Medical/Clinical Assistant Report

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