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2024 Best Allied Health Professions Schools in the Far Western US Region

135 Colleges in the Far Western US Region
11,943 Allied Health Degrees Awarded
$58,130 Avg Early-Career Salary
Allied Health Professions is of the hottest degree programs in the United States, coming in as the #18 most popular major in the country. This means there are lots of options to choose from when you decide to get your degree.

For its 2024 ranking, College Factual looked at 135 schools in the Far Western US Region to determine which ones were the best for allied health professions students pursuing a degree. When you put them all together, these colleges and universities awarded 11,943 degrees in allied health professions during the 2021-2022 academic year.

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Choosing a Great Allied Health Professions School

Best Allied Health Professions Schools in the Far Western US Region The allied health program you select can have a big impact on your future. That's why we developed our collection of Best Schools for Allied Health Professions rankings. In order to come up with a best overall ranking for allied health professions schools, we combine our degree-level rankings, weighting them by the number of degrees awarded at each level.

In order to find the schools that are the best fit for you, you may want to filter to one of the degree levels below.

Allied Health Professions Rankings by Degree Level

Associate Degrees in Allied Health
Bachelor's Degrees in Allied Health
Master's Degrees in Allied Health
Doctor's Degrees in Allied Health

Since picking the right college can be one of the most important decisions of your life, we've developed the Best Allied Health Professions Schools in the Far Western US Region ranking, along with many other major-related rankings, to help you make that decision. If you'd like to restrict your choices to just one part of the country, you can filter this list by location.

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If you want to learn more about how we derive our rankings, see College Factual's Methodology.

Best Schools for Allied Health Professions in the Far Western US Region

Although we recommend filtering by degree level first, you can view the list below to see which schools give the educational experience for the allied health degree levels they offer. Only those schools that rank in the top 15% of all the schools we analyze get awarded with a place on this list.

20 Top Far Western US Region Schools in Allied Health

1
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Loma Linda University
Loma Linda, CA
Master's Degree Highest Degree Type
154 Allied Health Degrees Awarded
$88,053 Median Starting Salary

Loma Linda University is a great decision for students pursuing a degree in allied health professions. Loma Linda University is a small private not-for-profit university located in the suburb of Loma Linda.

There were approximately 154 allied health professions students who graduated with this degree at Loma Linda University in the most recent data year. Allied Health Professions degree recipients from Loma Linda University earn a boost of approximately $29,923 above the typical income of allied health professions graduates.

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2
Master's Degree Highest Degree Type

Stanford University is a wonderful decision for students pursuing a degree in allied health professions. Located in the large suburb of Stanford, Stanford is a private not-for-profit university with a fairly large student population. A Best Colleges rank of #3 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means Stanford is a great university overall.More information about a degree in allied health professions from Stanford University

3
Master's Degree Highest Degree Type
91 Allied Health Degrees Awarded
$122,101 Median Starting Salary

It's difficult to beat Western University of Health Sciences if you want to pursue a degree in allied health professions. Western University of Health Sciences is a small private not-for-profit university located in the suburb of Pomona.

There were approximately 91 allied health professions students who graduated with this degree at Western University of Health Sciences in the most recent year we have data available. Allied Health Professions degree recipients from Western University of Health Sciences receive an earnings boost of about $63,971 above the average income of allied health professions majors.

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4
Master's Degree Highest Degree Type
52 Allied Health Degrees Awarded
$121,309 Median Starting Salary

Every student who is interested in allied health professions needs to check out University of Southern California. Located in the city of Los Angeles, USC is a private not-for-profit university with a very large student population. A Best Colleges rank of #11 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means USC is a great university overall.

There were about 52 allied health professions students who graduated with this degree at USC in the most recent year we have data available. Those allied health professions students who get their degree from University of Southern California earn $63,179 more than the average allied health graduate.

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5
Master's Degree Highest Degree Type
124 Allied Health Degrees Awarded
$117,359 Median Starting Salary

UW Seattle is a very large public university located in the large city of Seattle. A Best Colleges rank of #37 out of 2,217 schools nationwide means UW Seattle is a great university overall.

There were approximately 124 allied health professions students who graduated with this degree at UW Seattle in the most recent year we have data available. Allied Health Professions degree recipients from University of Washington - Seattle Campus receive an earnings boost of approximately $59,229 over the typical income of allied health professions majors.

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6
Master's Degree Highest Degree Type
75 Allied Health Degrees Awarded
9.3% Growth in Graduates

Located in the city of Henderson, Touro University Nevada is a private not-for-profit university with a small student population.

There were about 75 allied health professions students who graduated with this degree at Touro University Nevada in the most recent year we have data available. Degree recipients from the allied health professions program at Touro University Nevada make $56,904 above the standard graduate with the same degree when they enter the workforce.

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7
Bachelor's Degree Highest Degree Type
71 Allied Health Degrees Awarded
23.9% Growth in Graduates

Located in the midsize city of Las Vegas, UNLV is a public university with a very large student population. A Best Colleges rank of #149 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means UNLV is a great university overall.

There were about 71 allied health professions students who graduated with this degree at UNLV in the most recent data year. Degree recipients from the allied health professions program at University of Nevada - Las Vegas make $8,099 above the typical graduate with the same degree shortly after graduation.

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8
Master's Degree Highest Degree Type
48 Allied Health Degrees Awarded
12.5% Growth in Graduates

Samuel Merritt University is a small private not-for-profit university located in the large city of Oakland.

There were roughly 48 allied health professions students who graduated with this degree at Samuel Merritt University in the most recent year we have data available. Those allied health professions students who get their degree from Samuel Merritt University receive $66,513 more than the average allied health grad.

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9
Master's Degree Highest Degree Type
41 Allied Health Degrees Awarded
2.4% Growth in Graduates

Located in the large suburb of Fullerton, MBKU is a private not-for-profit university with a small student population.

There were roughly 41 allied health professions students who graduated with this degree at MBKU in the most recent data year. Degree recipients from the allied health professions degree program at Marshall B Ketchum University get $66,531 above the standard graduate with the same degree shortly after graduation.

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Pacific University
Forest Grove, OR
Master's Degree Highest Degree Type
67 Allied Health Degrees Awarded
$113,746 Median Starting Salary

Pacific is a small private not-for-profit university located in the suburb of Forest Grove. This university ranks 1st out of 30 colleges for overall quality in the state of Oregon.

There were about 67 allied health professions students who graduated with this degree at Pacific in the most recent data year. Degree recipients from the allied health professions program at Pacific University earn $55,616 more than the average graduate in this field shortly after graduation.

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11
Master's Degree Highest Degree Type
24th Most Popular In CA
56 Allied Health Degrees Awarded

Located in the large city of Stockton, Pacific is a private not-for-profit university with a moderately-sized student population. This university ranks 40th out of 168 colleges for overall quality in the state of California.

There were approximately 56 allied health professions students who graduated with this degree at Pacific in the most recent data year.

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12
Master's Degree Highest Degree Type
48 Allied Health Degrees Awarded
8.3% Growth in Graduates

TUC is a small private not-for-profit university located in the midsize city of Vallejo.

There were roughly 48 allied health professions students who graduated with this degree at TUC in the most recent year we have data available. Degree recipients from the allied health professions program at Touro University California make $56,904 above the standard college graduate in this field when they enter the workforce.

More information about a degree in allied health professions from Touro University California

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Foothill College
Los Altos Hills, CA
Associate Degree Highest Degree Type
72 Allied Health Degrees Awarded
$97,367 Median Starting Salary

Foothill College is a fairly large public college located in the large suburb of Los Altos Hills. A Best Colleges rank of #136 out of 2,217 schools nationwide means Foothill College is a great college overall.

There were roughly 72 allied health professions students who graduated with this degree at Foothill College in the most recent year we have data available. Degree recipients from the allied health professions degree program at Foothill College get $39,237 above the average graduate in this field when they enter the workforce.

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14
Associate Degree Highest Degree Type
73 Allied Health Degrees Awarded
39.7% Growth in Graduates

Located in the city of Temecula, is a private for-profit college with a small student population.

Graduates who receive their degree from the allied health program earn an average of $58,157 in their early career salary.

More information about a degree in allied health professions from San Joaquin Valley College-Temecula

15
Associate Degree Highest Degree Type
91 Allied Health Degrees Awarded
$58,157 Median Starting Salary

is a fairly small private for-profit college located in the small city of Rancho Cordova.

Students who receive their degree from the allied health program make about $58,157 in the first couple years of working.

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16
Bachelor's Degree Highest Degree Type
231 Allied Health Degrees Awarded
0.4% Growth in Graduates

Located in the town of Klamath Falls, OIT is a public school with a small student population. This school ranks 10th out of 30 colleges for overall quality in the state of Oregon.

There were roughly 231 allied health professions students who graduated with this degree at OIT in the most recent data year. Allied Health Professions degree recipients from Oregon Institute of Technology receive an earnings boost of around $6,792 over the typical income of allied health professions graduates.

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17
Graduate Certificate Highest Degree Type
36.4% Growth in Graduates
$86,015 Median Starting Salary

Located in the large city of Seattle, Seattle U is a private not-for-profit university with a moderately-sized student population. A Best Colleges rank of #155 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means Seattle U is a great university overall.

There were about 22 allied health professions students who graduated with this degree at Seattle U in the most recent year we have data available. Allied Health Professions degree recipients from Seattle University get an earnings boost of about $27,885 over the typical earnings of allied health professions graduates.

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Bellevue College
Bellevue, WA
Bachelor's Degree Highest Degree Type
100 Allied Health Degrees Awarded
$70,881 Median Starting Salary

Located in the medium-sized city of Bellevue, BC is a public college with a large student population. This college ranks 12th out of 51 colleges for overall quality in the state of Washington.

There were approximately 100 allied health professions students who graduated with this degree at BC in the most recent year we have data available. Allied Health Professions degree recipients from Bellevue College earn a boost of approximately $12,751 above the average earnings of allied health professions graduates.

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19
Master's Degree Highest Degree Type
47 Allied Health Degrees Awarded
$107,949 Median Starting Salary

Located in the large city of Portland, OHSU is a public university with a small student population.

There were roughly 47 allied health professions students who graduated with this degree at OHSU in the most recent year we have data available. Degree recipients from the allied health professions degree program at Oregon Health & Science University earn $49,819 more than the typical college grad in this field when they enter the workforce.

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Bachelor's Degree Highest Degree Type
144 Allied Health Degrees Awarded
9.7% Growth in Graduates

San Joaquin Valley College-Visalia is a small private for-profit college located in the rural area of Visalia. This college ranks 70th out of 168 schools for overall quality in the state of California.

There were about 144 allied health professions students who graduated with this degree at San Joaquin Valley College-Visalia in the most recent year we have data available. Students who receive their degree from the allied health program make an average of $58,157 for their early career.

More information about a degree in allied health professions from San Joaquin Valley College-Visalia

Rest of the Top Best Allied Health Professions Schools in the Far Western US Region

Honorable Mentions

Here are some additional great schools for Allied Health Professions students in the Far Western US Region that almost earned our Best Allied Health Professions Schools in the Far Western US Region award.

RankCollegeLocation
26Mt. San Antonio CollegeWalnut, CA
27College of Southern NevadaLas Vegas, NV
21San Joaquin Valley College-BakersfieldBakersfield, CA
22Cypress CollegeCypress, CA
23San Diego State UniversitySan Diego, CA
24Grossmont CollegeEl Cajon, CA
25Orange Coast CollegeCosta Mesa, CA

Best Allied Health Professions Colleges by State

Explore the best allied health professions schools for a specific state in the Far Western US Region .

StateCollegesDegrees Awarded
California3304,047
Washington300707
Oregon266615
Nevada192313
Hawaii16449
Alaska11938

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One of 34 majors within the Health Professions area of study, Allied Health Professions has other similar majors worth exploring.

Allied Health Concentrations

MajorAnnual Graduates
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)4,279
Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician1,555
Respiratory Care Therapy1,326
Radiologic Technology1,300
Physician Assistant950
Surgical Technology799
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technology435
Cardiovascular Technology/Technologist359
Athletic Training339
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapy280

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Related MajorAnnual Graduates
Nursing28,627
Allied Health & Medical Assisting Services19,921
Practical Nursing & Nursing Assistants10,180
Health & Medical Administrative Services9,011
Health Sciences & Services8,038
Public Health7,547
Dental Support Services6,022
Mental & Social Health Services4,719
Rehabilitation & Therapeutic Professions3,825
Communication Sciences3,058

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