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Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage in Iowa
145 Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage students earned their degrees in the state in 2021-2022.
As a degree choice, Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage is the 18th most popular major in the state.
Education Levels of Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage Majors in Iowa
Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:
| Education Level | Number of Grads |
|---|---|
| Award Taking Less Than 1 Year | 108 |
| Award Taking 1 to 2 Years | 37 |
| Award Taking 2 to 4 Years | 37 |
Gender Distribution
In Iowa, a massage therapy/therapeutic massage major is more popular with women than with men.
Racial Distribution
The racial distribution of massage therapy/therapeutic massage majors in Iowa is as follows:
- Asian: 2.1%
- Black or African American: 7.6%
- Hispanic or Latino: 0.0%
- White: 81.4%
- Non-Resident Alien: 0.0%
- Other Races: 9.0%
Jobs for Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage Grads in Iowa
3,600 people in the state and 304,640 in the nation are employed in jobs related to massage therapy/therapeutic massage.
Wages for Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage Jobs in Iowa
A typical salary for a massage therapy/therapeutic massage grad in the state is $40,030, compared to a typical salary of $45,880 nationwide.
Most Popular Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage Programs in IA
There are 10 colleges in Iowa that offer massage therapy/therapeutic massage degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:
#1
Carlson College of Massage Therapy
Anamosa
21 Degrees in Major Awarded
29 Total Students
Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 7 to 1. Graduates earn an average $27,172 after graduation. The student loan default rate is 4.00% which is lower than average.
#2
Capri College, Dubuque
Dubuque
15 Degrees in Major Awarded
148 Total Students
Grads earn an average early-career salary of $23,942 after earning their degree at this institution. This private school has an average net price of $8,595. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.90%.
#3
PCI Academy-Ames
Ames
13 Degrees in Major Awarded
133 Total Students
The 1.50% student loan default rate is lower than average. This private institution charges an average net price of $20,041. 15 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.
#4
Aveda Institute - Des Moines
West Des Moines
11 Degrees in Major Awarded
163 Total Students
This private school has an average net price of $15,590. In their early career, Aveda Institute - Des Moines grads earn an average salary of $33,331. Of all the students who attend this school, 94% get financial aid.
#5
Capri College, Davenport
Davenport
10 Degrees in Major Awarded
140 Total Students
The student to faculty ratio is 10 to 1. Of all the students who attend this school, 89% get financial aid. An average student at Capri College, Davenport will pay a net price of $7,677.
#6
Capri College, Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids
7 Degrees in Major Awarded
144 Total Students
The student to faculty ratio is 13 to 1. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $25,763 a year. This private institution charges an average net price of $9,875.
#7
La James College of Hairstyling and Cosmetology
Mason City
6 Degrees in Major Awarded
44 Total Students
Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $6,755. 90% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $20,593 a year.
#7
Iowa School of Beauty-Des Moines
Des Moines
6 Degrees in Major Awarded
48 Total Students
This private school has an average net price of $9,553. The student to faculty ratio is 6 to 1. In their early career, ISB grads earn an average salary of $20,209.
#9
La James International College-Ft Dodge
Fort Dodge
5 Degrees in Major Awarded
14 Total Students
100% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Graduates earn an average $18,314 after graduation. This private institution charges an average net price of $17,123.
#9
La James International College-Johnston
Johnston
5 Degrees in Major Awarded
46 Total Students
The 5.70% student loan default rate is lower than average. In their early career, La James International College-Johnston grads earn an average salary of $28,035. This private school has an average net price of $13,667.
Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage Careers in IA
Some of the careers massage therapy/therapeutic massage majors go into include:
| Job Title | IA Job Growth | IA Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Massage Therapists | 28% | $38,170 |
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