by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, and more. We've also included details on how Essex ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in medical prep.
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The bachelor's program at Essex was ranked #34 on College Factual's Best Schools for medical prep list.
In the 2020-2021 academic year, 211 students earned a associate's degree in medical prep from Essex. About 84% of these graduates were women and the other 16% were men.
The majority of the associate's degree graduates for this major are black or African Americans. About 51% of grads fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Essex County College with a associate's in medical prep.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 7 |
| Black or African American | 108 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 43 |
| White | 5 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 34 |
| Other Races | 14 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Allied Health & Medical Assisting Services | 27 |
| Nursing | 23 |
| Practical Nursing & Nursing Assistants | 18 |
| Allied Health Professions | 14 |
| Ophthalmic & Optometric Support Services | 11 |
