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Health Science in New Mexico

Health Science Schools in New Mexico

422 students earned Health Science degrees in New Mexico in the 2021-2022 year.

In terms of popularity, Health Science is the 4th most popular major in the state out of a total 44 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Health Science Majors in New Mexico

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Associate Degree 322
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 86
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 13
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 13

Gender Distribution

In New Mexico, a health science major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of health science majors in New Mexico is as follows:

  • Asian: 2.4%
  • Black or African American: 1.2%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 55.5%
  • White: 29.1%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.2%
  • Other Races: 11.6%
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Jobs for Health Science Grads in New Mexico

In this state, there are 960 people employed in jobs related to a health science degree, compared to 114,910 nationwide.

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Wages for Health Science Jobs in New Mexico

A typical salary for a health science grad in the state is $40,020, compared to a typical salary of $43,480 nationwide.

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There are 4 colleges in New Mexico that offer health science degrees. Learn about the most popular 4 below:

463 Degrees in Major Awarded
18,563 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 4.20%. In their early career, CNM grads earn an average salary of $29,294. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 19 to 1.

103 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,162 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 47% are considered full time. 15 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 88% of students receive it.

13 Degrees in Major Awarded
946 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 10 to 1. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $30,836 after earning their degree at this institution. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $5,389.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,266 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 26% are considered full time. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $29,829 after earning their degree at this institution. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 11 to 1.

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

Major Annual Graduates in NM
Allied Health Professions 750
Allied Health Services 657
Nursing & Nursing Assistants 424
Dental Support Services 245
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science 214
Mental & Social Health Services 197
Health/Medical Admin Services 193
Bodywork & Therapeutic Services 32

View all majors related to Health Science

View Nationwide Health Science Report

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