by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual reviewed 5 schools in Mississippi to determine which ones were the best for associate degree seekers in the field of health/medical prep programs. Combined, these schools handed out 429 associate degrees in health/medical prep programs to qualified students.
What's on this page: * Our Methodology
The medical prep associate degree program you select can have a big impact on your future. Important measures of a quality medical prep program can vary widely even among the top schools. When choosing a school we recommend considering some of the following factors:
A school that excels in educating for a particular major and degree level must be a great school overall as well. To take this into account we consider a college's overall Best Colleges ranking which itself looks at a combination of various factors like degree completion, educational resources, student body caliber and post-graduation earnings for the school as a whole.
One measure we use to determine the quality of a school is to look at the average salary of associate graduates during the early years of their career. This is because one of the main reasons people pursue their associate degree is to enable themselves to find better-paying positions.
The metrics below are just some of the other metrics that we use to determine our rankings.
Our complete ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best schools for health/medical prep programs students working on their associate degree.
The medical prep school you choose to invest your time and money in matters. To help you make the decision that is right for you, we've developed a number of major-specific rankings, including this list of the Best Health/Medical Prep Programs Associate Degree Schools in Mississippi.
Below you'll see a list of the best colleges and universities for pursuing an associate degree in health/medical prep programs.
Any student who is interested in an associate degree in health/medical prep programs needs to look into Holmes Community College. Located in the rural area of Goodman, Holmes Community College is a public college with a small student population.
Students who graduate with their associate from the medical prep program report average early career earnings of $18,493.
More information about a associate in health/medical prep programs from Holmes Community College
Coahoma Community College is a great option for students pursuing an associate degree in health/medical prep programs. Coahoma Community College is a small public college located in the rural area of Clarksdale.More information about a associate in health/medical prep programs from Coahoma Community College
It is hard to beat Itawamba Community College if you wish to pursue an associate degree in health/medical prep programs. Located in the town of Fulton, ICC is a public college with a small student population.More information about a associate in health/medical prep programs from Itawamba Community College
Every student who is interested in an associate degree in health/medical prep programs needs to check out East Mississippi Community College. EMCC is a small public college located in the remote area of Scooba.More information about a associate in health/medical prep programs from East Mississippi Community College
Copiah-Lincoln Community College is a small public college located in the rural area of Wesson.More information about a associate in health/medical prep programs from Copiah-Lincoln Community College
Explore all the Best Health/Medical Prep Programs Colleges in the Southeast Area or other specific states within that region.
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 121 | 349 |
| North Carolina | 120 | 61 |
| Arkansas | 105 | 94 |
| Tennessee | 102 | 0 |
| West Virginia | 92 | 4 |
| Kentucky | 90 | 1 |
One of 34 majors within the Health Professions area of study, Health/Medical Prep Programs has other similar majors worth exploring.
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Pre-Nursing Studies | 206 |
| Other Health/Medical Preparatory Programs | 147 |
| Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies | 29 |
| Pre-Physical Therapy Studies | 19 |
| Pre-Dentistry Studies | 11 |
| Pre-Pharmacy Studies | 9 |
| Pre-Occupational Therapy Studies | 8 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Nursing | 1,269 |
| Allied Health Professions | 412 |
| Health & Medical Administrative Services | 272 |
| Health Sciences & Services | 269 |
| Allied Health & Medical Assisting Services | 171 |
| Dental Support Services | 83 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science | 58 |
| Mental & Social Health Services | 27 |
| Rehabilitation & Therapeutic Professions | 20 |
| Public Health | 7 |
