Here is an overview of this program at Murray State University. Degrees are awarded at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. Its best result is a rank of #8 out of 23 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual ranks Murray State University among the top schools in the country for health professions, placing at #1,509 out of 2,577 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Health Professions Schools | 1,509 of 2,577 |
| Best Health Professions Schools in Kentucky | 13 of 45 |
| Best Health Professions Schools in the Southeast Region | 320 of 662 |
The table below lists every degree level offered in health professions at Murray State University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 182 |
| Master’s | 48 |
This health professions area of study at Murray State University covers the following majors. Select a major to see its rankings, popularity, salary, and diversity details:
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, Murray State University awarded 182 bachelor’s degrees in health professions.
Murray State University is a solid choice among schools offering health professions at the bachelor’s level. In particular it placed #8 out of 23 schools by College Factual.
Health Professions majors who earn their bachelor’s degree from Murray State University go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $101,148 a year. This is above $53,312, the median for all majors at Murray State University.
While getting their bachelor’s degree at Murray State University, health professions graduates take on a median debt of $25,089 in student loans. This is above $23,404, the typical median for all majors at Murray State University.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $8,040 | $18,540 |
| Fees | $1,296 | $1,296 |
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Among recent graduates, 12% of health professions bachelor’s degrees went to men and 88% went to women.
The largest share of health professions bachelor’s degree graduates at Murray State University were White. About 85% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Murray State University with a bachelor’s in health professions.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 9 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 4 |
| White | 154 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 12 |
Graduate study is also available at Murray State University. The following graduate award levels are reported.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Health Professions | 48 |
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