by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, and more. We've also included details on how Northwestern ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in medical ethics.
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In College Factual's most recent rankings for the best schools for medical ethics majors, Northwestern came in at #6. This puts it in the top 5% of the country in this field of study.
In 2021, 6 students received their master’s degree in medical ethics from Northwestern. This makes it the #82 most popular school for medical ethics master’s degree candidates in the country.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the medical ethics majors at Northwestern University.
In the 2020-2021 academic year, 6 students earned a master's degree in medical ethics from Northwestern. About 33% of these graduates were women and the other 67% were men.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 67% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Northwestern University with a master's in medical ethics.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 4 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 0 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Medicine | 158 |
| Rehabilitation & Therapeutic Professions | 138 |
| Communication Sciences | 109 |
| Public Health | 107 |
| Mental & Social Health Services | 45 |
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