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- School Code: 303500
- Phone: (216) 881-1700
- School Homepage
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ACCEPTANCE RATE
83.94%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
14:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
32FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$19,452Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Physician Assistant Program
The physician's assistant program at Ohio Dominican University prepares students to practice medicine and diagnose patients and offer treatment therapies to patients under physician supervision. Students who graduate from the physician's assistant program will have basic and clinical sciences knowledge and will be prepared to enter specialized medical fields such as: family medicine, pediatrics, obstetrics, gynecology, general surgery, psychiatry, behavioral medicine, the delivery of health care services to homebound patients, rural populations, underserved populations, and community health services. Get more details below including other Ohio colleges that offer physician assistant program.
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Ohio Dominican University (ODU)
1374 E 51st St, Cleveland, OH
ODU is a nonprofit private institution that has a large number of majors and degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Columbus, OH, in a predominantly urban area. The school's Roman Catholic affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's vision. Enrollment at ODU exceeds 3,000 yearly.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Education
- Psychology
- Recreation And Fitness Studies
- Security And Protective Services
- Communications And Journalism
To be considered for admissions, applicants may be asked to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit any transcripts or test scores, which are then studied by the admissions office. The most common scores among applicants admitted to ODU are within the range of 19 - 24 on the ACT, or 880 - 1080 for the SAT exam. ODU accepts roughly 60 percent of students applying yearly. Of those students admitted, nearly 28 percent enrolled. More information on admissions can be found at ohiodominican.edu.
The cost of tuition is approximately $29,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to visit the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their personal tuition costs. Students at Ohio Dominican University may be eligible for aid which is usually scholarships, grants, and loans.
Athletic programs are available at ODU through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate athletics. Available sports offered may include but not limited to:
- Baseball (NCAA Division II)
- Basketball (NCAA Division II)
- Football (NCAA Division II)
- Golf (NCAA Division II)
Students who would like to see more about ODU may take a look at their website at http://www.ohiodominican.edu.
Students Enrolled in the Physician Assistant Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Ohio Dominican University offers a master's degree program in physician assistant.
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 17 |
| Female | 34 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| American Indian | 1 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Black | 1 |
| Hispanic | 1 |
| White | 41 |
| Unknown | 4 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Upon completion of the Physician Assistant program at ODU, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary
Description
Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.
Physician Assistants
Description
Provide healthcare services typically performed by a physician, under the supervision of a physician. Conduct complete physicals, provide treatment, and counsel patients. May, in some cases, prescribe medication. Must graduate from an accredited educational program for physician assistants.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, physician assistants employment is expected to grow at a rate of 30.4% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Cleveland-Elyria, OH
- Total Employment: 810
- Average Hourly Rate: $52.33
- Average Annual Salary: $108840
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give an overview of the candidates Ohio Dominican University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Ohio Dominican University may offer services to students including:- Distance learning
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial courses
- Counseling assistance
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Assistance to find work
Intercollegiate Athletics
ODU is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division II with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (371)
- Basketball (371)
- Track and Field (371)
- Football (371)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Volleyball