by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, and more. Also, learn how URI ranks among other schools offering degrees in health science.
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In College Factual's most recent rankings for the best schools for health science majors, URI came in at #8. This puts it in the top 5% of the country in this field of study. It is also ranked #1 in Rhode Island.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, University of Rhode Island handed out 149 bachelor's degrees in health sciences & services. This is an increase of 43% over the previous year when 104 degrees were handed out.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the health science majors at University of Rhode Island.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, 149 students graduated with a bachelor's degree in health science from URI. About 17% were men and 83% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 66% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Rhode Island with a bachelor's in health science.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 8 |
| Black or African American | 18 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 16 |
| White | 99 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 7 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Nursing | 378 |
| Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences | 148 |
| Communication Sciences | 87 |
| Dietetics & Clinical Nutrition Services | 76 |
| Rehabilitation & Therapeutic Professions | 26 |
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