Here is an overview of the graduate program in health professions at PLU. You can earn it at the Master’s level, with undergraduate study also available. At its best it places at #15 out of 19 schools (Master’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual ranks PLU highly for health professions, ranked #683 out of 3,339 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Health Professions Schools | 683 of 3,339 |
| Best Health Professions Schools in Washington | 26 of 59 |
The table below lists every degree level granted in health professions at PLU, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 132 |
| Master’s | 52 |
This health professions area of study at PLU includes the following specific majors. Choose a major for its full rankings, popularity, and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | 180 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions | 21 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, Pacific Lutheran University awarded 52 master’s degrees in health professions.
PLU ranks competitively among schools offering health professions at the master’s level. In particular it placed #15 out of 19 schools by College Factual.
In the most recent graduating class, 17% of health professions master’s degrees went to men and 83% went to women.
The majority of health professions master’s degree graduates at PLU are White. Roughly 58% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Pacific Lutheran University with a master’s in health professions.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 9 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 6 |
| White | 30 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 6 |
This field is also offered at the undergraduate level at PLU. Annual undergraduate completions by level are shown below.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Health Professions | 132 |