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2024 Best Allied Health Professions Schools in the Southwest Region

117 Colleges in the Southwest Region
10,354 Allied Health Degrees Awarded
$49,193 Avg Early-Career Salary
Allied Health Professions is of the hottest degree programs in the United States, coming in as the #18 most popular major in the country. This means there are lots of options to choose from when you decide to get your degree.

In 2024, College Factual analyzed 117 schools in order to identify the top ones for its Best Allied Health Professions Schools in the Southwest Region ranking. Combined, these schools handed out 10,354 degrees in allied health professions to qualified students.

What's on this page: * Degree-Level Rankings

Choosing a Great Allied Health Professions School

Best Allied Health Professions Schools in the Southwest Region The allied health program you select can have a big impact on your future. That's why we developed our collection of Best Schools for Allied Health Professions rankings. In order to come up with a best overall ranking for allied health professions schools, we combine our degree-level rankings, weighting them by the number of degrees awarded at each level.

In order to find the schools that are the best fit for you, you may want to filter to one of the degree levels below.

Allied Health Professions Rankings by Degree Level

Associate Degrees in Allied Health
Bachelor's Degrees in Allied Health
Master's Degrees in Allied Health
Doctor's Degrees in Allied Health

Since picking the right college can be one of the most important decisions of your life, we've developed the Best Allied Health Professions Schools in the Southwest Region ranking, along with many other major-related rankings, to help you make that decision. If you'd like to restrict your choices to just one part of the country, you can filter this list by location.

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Best Schools for Allied Health Professions in the Southwest Region

Although we recommend filtering by degree level first, you can view the list below to see which schools give the educational experience for the allied health degree levels they offer. Only those schools that rank in the top 15% of all the schools we analyze get awarded with a place on this list.

17 Top Southwest Region Schools in Allied Health

1
Master's Degree Highest Degree Type
317 Allied Health Degrees Awarded
18.9% Growth in Graduates

The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio is one of the finest schools in the country for getting a degree in allied health professions. Located in the large city of San Antonio, UT Health San Antonio is a public university with a small student population.

There were roughly 317 allied health professions students who graduated with this degree at UT Health San Antonio in the most recent year we have data available. Those allied health professions students who get their degree from The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio earn $17,232 more than the typical allied health grad.

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2
Master's Degree Highest Degree Type
111 Allied Health Degrees Awarded
1.8% Growth in Graduates

The University of Texas Medical Branch is one of the best schools in the United States for getting a degree in allied health professions. UTMB Galveston is a small public university located in the town of Galveston.

There were approximately 111 allied health professions students who graduated with this degree at UTMB Galveston in the most recent data year. Degree recipients from the allied health professions major at The University of Texas Medical Branch earn $30,207 more than the typical college graduate with the same degree when they enter the workforce.

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3
Master's Degree Highest Degree Type
126 Allied Health Degrees Awarded
2.4% Growth in Graduates

It is difficult to beat Midwestern University - Glendale if you wish to pursue a degree in allied health professions. Midwestern University - Glendale is a small private not-for-profit university located in the large suburb of Glendale.

There were about 126 allied health professions students who graduated with this degree at Midwestern University - Glendale in the most recent year we have data available. Allied Health Professions degree recipients from Midwestern University - Glendale receive an earnings boost of about $59,266 over the average income of allied health professions majors.

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4
Master's Degree Highest Degree Type
67 Allied Health Degrees Awarded
$92,047 Median Starting Salary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is one of the finest schools in the United States for getting a degree in allied health professions. Located in the large city of Lubbock, TTUHSC is a public university with a medium-sized student population.

There were roughly 67 allied health professions students who graduated with this degree at TTUHSC in the most recent year we have data available. Degree recipients from the allied health professions program at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center get $42,854 above the typical college grad with the same degree shortly after graduation.

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5
Master's Degree Highest Degree Type
68 Allied Health Degrees Awarded
$103,820 Median Starting Salary

Located in the large city of Fort Worth, UNT Health Science Center is a public university with a small student population.

There were approximately 68 allied health professions students who graduated with this degree at UNT Health Science Center in the most recent year we have data available. Allied Health Professions degree recipients from University of North Texas Health Science Center earn a boost of around $54,627 over the typical income of allied health professions majors.

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6
Associate Degree Highest Degree Type
187 Allied Health Degrees Awarded
$66,691 Median Starting Salary

Located in the city of Dallas, El Centro College is a public college with a very large student population. A Best Colleges rank of #362 out of 2,217 schools nationwide means El Centro College is a great college overall.

There were about 187 allied health professions students who graduated with this degree at El Centro College in the most recent data year. Degree recipients from the allied health professions major at El Centro College make $17,498 above the typical college grad in this field shortly after graduation.

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7
Master's Degree Highest Degree Type
124 Allied Health Degrees Awarded
$58,724 Median Starting Salary

Located in the large city of Oklahoma City, UOHSC is a public university with a small student population.

There were approximately 124 allied health professions students who graduated with this degree at UOHSC in the most recent data year. Degree recipients from the allied health professions program at University of Oklahoma - Health Sciences Center make $9,531 above the average college grad with the same degree shortly after graduation.

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8
Associate Degree Highest Degree Type
185 Allied Health Degrees Awarded
7.6% Growth in Graduates

Houston Community College is a very large public college located in the large city of Houston. A Best Colleges rank of #308 out of 2,217 schools nationwide means Houston Community College is a great college overall.

There were about 184.99999999999997 allied health professions students who graduated with this degree at Houston Community College in the most recent year we have data available. Those allied health professions students who get their degree from Houston Community College earn $4,179 more than the typical allied health grad.

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9
Master's Degree Highest Degree Type
37 Allied Health Degrees Awarded
$105,450 Median Starting Salary

Baylor College of Medicine is a small private not-for-profit college located in the large city of Houston.

There were approximately 37 allied health professions students who graduated with this degree at Baylor College of Medicine in the most recent data year. Degree recipients from the allied health professions program at Baylor College of Medicine get $56,257 more than the typical college grad with the same degree shortly after graduation.

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10
Master's Degree Highest Degree Type
56 Allied Health Degrees Awarded
$103,591 Median Starting Salary

UT Southwestern is a small public university located in the city of Dallas.

There were roughly 56 allied health professions students who graduated with this degree at UT Southwestern in the most recent data year. Allied Health Professions degree recipients from University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center receive an earnings boost of about $54,398 above the average earnings of allied health professions graduates.

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11
Associate Degree Highest Degree Type
223 Allied Health Degrees Awarded
$47,335 Median Starting Salary

Located in the large suburb of Pasadena, San Jacinto College is a public college with a fairly large student population. This college ranks 36th out of 115 colleges for overall quality in the state of Texas.

There were approximately 223 allied health professions students who graduated with this degree at San Jacinto College in the most recent data year. After graduating, allied health degree recipients generally make about $47,335 in their early careers.

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12
Associate Degree Highest Degree Type
216 Allied Health Degrees Awarded
22.2% Growth in Graduates

GateWay Community College is a small public college located in the large city of Phoenix. A Best Colleges rank of #301 out of 2,217 schools nationwide means GateWay Community College is a great college overall.

There were roughly 216 allied health professions students who graduated with this degree at GateWay Community College in the most recent year we have data available. After graduating, allied health degree recipients generally earn an average of $50,238 in their early careers.

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13
North Harris Montgomery crest
Lone Star College System
The Woodlands, TX
Associate Degree Highest Degree Type
239 Allied Health Degrees Awarded
$54,262 Median Starting Salary

Located in the city of The Woodlands, North Harris Montgomery is a public college with a very large student population. This college ranks 41st out of 115 schools for overall quality in the state of Texas.

There were approximately 239 allied health professions students who graduated with this degree at North Harris Montgomery in the most recent data year. Allied Health Professions degree recipients from Lone Star College System earn a boost of approximately $5,069 above the average income of allied health professions majors.

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14
Master's Degree Highest Degree Type
116 Allied Health Degrees Awarded
$108,041 Median Starting Salary

UT Rio Grande Valley is a very large public university located in the midsize city of Edinburg. A Best Colleges rank of #458 out of 2,217 schools nationwide means UT Rio Grande Valley is a great university overall.

There were approximately 116 allied health professions students who graduated with this degree at UT Rio Grande Valley in the most recent data year. Allied Health Professions degree recipients from The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley earn a boost of approximately $58,848 above the average income of allied health professions graduates.

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15
Galveston College crest
Galveston College
Galveston, TX
Associate Degree Highest Degree Type
145 Allied Health Degrees Awarded
$58,470 Median Starting Salary

Located in the town of Galveston, Galveston College is a public college with a small student population. This college ranks 91st out of 115 schools for overall quality in the state of Texas.

There were roughly 145 allied health professions students who graduated with this degree at Galveston College in the most recent data year. Allied Health Professions degree recipients from Galveston College receive an earnings boost of around $9,277 above the average income of allied health professions majors.

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16
Associate Degree Highest Degree Type
125 Allied Health Degrees Awarded
0.8% Growth in Graduates

Located in the city of Fort Worth, Tarrant County College is a public college with a very large student population. This college ranks 35th out of 115 schools for overall quality in the state of Texas.

There were about 125 allied health professions students who graduated with this degree at Tarrant County College in the most recent year we have data available. Allied Health Professions degree recipients from Tarrant County College District get an earnings boost of around $8,275 over the typical income of allied health professions majors.

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17
Weatherford College crest
Weatherford College
Weatherford, TX
Associate Degree Highest Degree Type
124 Allied Health Degrees Awarded
10.5% Growth in Graduates

Weatherford College is a moderately-sized public college located in the fringe town of Weatherford. This college ranks 63rd out of 115 colleges for overall quality in the state of Texas.

There were about 124 allied health professions students who graduated with this degree at Weatherford College in the most recent data year. Degree recipients from the allied health professions program at Weatherford College get $5,917 more than the average graduate in this field shortly after graduation.

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Honorable Mentions

Here are some additional great schools for Allied Health Professions students in the Southwest Region that almost earned our Best Allied Health Professions Schools in the Southwest Region award.

RankCollegeLocation
18Central New Mexico Community CollegeAlbuquerque, NM
19St Philip’s CollegeSan Antonio, TX
20Alvin Community CollegeAlvin, TX
21Central Arizona CollegeCoolidge, AZ
22Del Mar CollegeCorpus Christi, TX
23Amarillo CollegeAmarillo, TX
24University of New Mexico - Main CampusAlbuquerque, NM
25Lamar Institute of TechnologyBeaumont, TX

Best Allied Health Professions Colleges by State

Explore the best allied health professions schools for a specific state in the Southwest Region .

StateCollegesDegrees Awarded
Texas3173,806
Arizona2871,032
Oklahoma257442
New Mexico219295

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One of 34 majors within the Health Professions area of study, Allied Health Professions has other similar majors worth exploring.

Allied Health Concentrations

MajorAnnual Graduates
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)3,847
Radiologic Technology2,070
Surgical Technology1,038
Respiratory Care Therapy954
Physician Assistant757
Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician710
Athletic Training331
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapy212
Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist108
Cardiovascular Technology/Technologist86

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Related MajorAnnual Graduates
Nursing42,378
Allied Health & Medical Assisting Services12,953
Health & Medical Administrative Services11,950
Practical Nursing & Nursing Assistants8,516
Mental & Social Health Services4,597
Health Sciences & Services4,095
Public Health3,797
Dental Support Services3,665
Communication Sciences3,182
Medicine2,893

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