Bioethics/Medical Ethics
Types of Degrees Bioethics/Medical Ethics Majors Are Getting
The following table lists how many bioethics/medical ethics graduations there were in 2018-2019 for each degree level.
| Education Level | Number of Grads |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degree | 398 |
| Graduate Certificate | 121 |
| Doctor’s Degree | 34 |
Featured schools near , edit
Who Is Getting a Master’s Degree in Bioethics/Medical Ethics?
Racial-Ethnic Diversity
At the countrywide level, the racial-ethnic distribution of medical ethics majors is as follows:
| Race/Ethnicity | Number of Grads |
|---|---|
| Asian | 44 |
| Black or African American | 31 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 28 |
| White | 220 |
| International Students | 33 |
| Other Races/Ethnicities | 42 |
Geographic Diversity
Medical Ethics appeals to people across the globe. About 8.3% of those with this major are international students. The most popular countries for students from outside the country are:
- Saudi Arabia
- Canada
- Nigeria
- Romania
- Italy
Master’s Degree Starting Salary
According to 2017-2018 data from the U.S. Department of Education, students who graduated with a master’s degree in medical ethics have a median salary of $49,700 during the early years of their career. During this timeframe, most salaries fell between $49,700 (25th percentile) and $49,700 (75th percentile).
We don’t know for sure if all of these people took jobs related to medical ethics so take that into consideration.
Online Bioethics/Medical Ethics Programs
In 2018-2019, 51 schools offered a medical ethics program of some type. The following table lists the number of programs by degree level, along with how many schools offered online courses in the field.
| Degree Level | Colleges Offering Programs | Colleges Offering Online Classes |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate (Less Than 1 Year) | 1 | 0 |
| Certificate (1-2 years) | 1 | 0 |
| Certificate (2-4 Years) | 0 | 0 |
| Associate’s Degree | 0 | 0 |
| Bachelor’s Degree | 24 | 6 |
| Post-Baccalaureate | 1 | 0 |
| Master’s Degree | 33 | 5 |
| Post-Master’s | 3 | 0 |
| Doctor’s Degree (Research) | 6 | 1 |
| Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) | 1 | 0 |
| Doctor’s Degree (Other) | 1 | 1 |
Majors Related to Bioethics/Medical Ethics
You may also be interested in one of the following majors related to medical ethics.
References
- College Factual
- College Scorecard
- National Center for Education Statistics
- O*NET Online
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
- Usual Weekly Earnings of Wage and Salary Workers First Quarter 2020
More about our data sources and methodologies.
GradDegree.com provides higher-education, college and university, degree, program, career, salary, and other helpful information to students, faculty, institutions, and other internet audiences. Presented information and data are subject to change. Inclusion on this website does not imply or represent a direct relationship with the company, school, or brand. Information, though believed correct at time of publication, may not be correct, and no warranty is provided. Contact the schools to verify any information before relying on it. Financial aid may be available for those who qualify. The displayed options may include sponsored or recommended results, not necessarily based on your preferences.
© GradDegree.com – All Rights Reserved.