by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about this program at WMU. Degrees are awarded at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. At its best it places at #5 out of 7 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual ranks WMU as a strong choice for allied health professions, placing at #566 out of 1,080 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Allied Health Professions Schools | 566 of 1,080 |
| Best Allied Health Professions Schools in Michigan | 13 of 33 |
| Best Allied Health Professions Schools in the Great Lakes Region | 79 of 157 |
The table below lists every degree level granted in allied health professions at WMU, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 18 |
| Master’s | 38 |
During the most recent reporting year, Western Michigan University awarded 18 bachelor’s degrees in allied health professions.
WMU holds a strong position among schools offering allied health professions at the bachelor’s level. Specifically, it ranked #5 out of 7 schools by College Factual.
Allied Health Professions graduates with a bachelor’s degree from WMU go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $89,515 a year. This is above $58,084, the median for all majors at WMU.
Information about average full-time undergraduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $13,334 | $19,826 |
| Fees | $126 | $126 |
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Among recent graduates, 33% of allied health professions bachelor’s degrees went to men and 67% went to women.
The majority of allied health professions bachelor’s degree graduates at WMU are White. Approximately 44% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Western Michigan University with a bachelor’s in allied health professions.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 3 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 5 |
| White | 8 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 2 |
WMU conferred 18 bachelor’s completions in physician associate/assistant recently — 67% to women and 33% to men. Most of these graduates identified as White (44%).
Graduate study is also available at WMU. The following graduate award levels are reported.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Allied Health Professions | 38 |