Physiology & Pathology Sciences at Boston University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Physiology & Pathology Sciences, consider the program at Boston University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Boston University is in Boston, MA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 128 physiology & pathology sciences graduations were recorded at Boston University.
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Online Class Availability at Boston University
Online coursework is an option at Boston University. Of 37,737 students, 5,423 (14%) studied exclusively online and 1,354 (4%) took at least some classes online.
Physiology & Pathology Sciences Rankings at Boston University
Use these rankings to compare Boston University’s Physiology & Pathology Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #1 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #3 of 6 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #3 of 3 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #5 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #37 of 152 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #109 of 150 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #1 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #3 of 6 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #3 of 3 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #5 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #37 of 152 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #109 of 150 |
Earnings for Physiology & Pathology Sciences Graduates from Boston University
Graduates of Boston University’s Physiology & Pathology Sciences program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $31,920 |
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Physiology & Pathology Sciences graduates from Boston University stands at $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Physiology & Pathology Sciences graduates at Boston University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Physiology & Pathology Sciences graduates at Boston University are 73% women (93) and 27% men (35).
Physiology & Pathology Sciences Bachelor’s Program at Boston University
Among the 109 bachelor’s physiology & pathology sciences graduates at Boston University, 73% were women (80) and 27% were men (29).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physiology & Pathology Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Boston University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 42 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 9 |
| Black / African American | 12 |
| Asian | 33 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
| Unknown | 5 |
Minority students account for 53% of Physiology & Pathology Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Boston University, higher than the national average of 33%.*
Physiology & Pathology Sciences Master’s Program at Boston University
Of the 19 master’s physiology & pathology sciences degrees awarded at Boston University, 68% were women (13) and 32% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physiology & Pathology Sciences master’s degree recipients at Boston University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 26% of Physiology & Pathology Sciences master’s degree recipients at Boston University, below the national average of 31%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Physiology & Pathology Sciences Concentrations at Boston University
The Physiology & Pathology Sciences program at Boston University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Physiology | 119 |
| Pathology/Experimental Pathology | 9 |
Best-Paid Careers for Physiology & Pathology Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Physiology & Pathology Sciences program at Boston University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Physiology & Pathology Sciences graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Exercise Physiologists | $144,072 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | $111,314 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Biochemists and Biophysicists | $107,979 |
| Molecular and Cellular Biologists | $100,077 |
| Bioinformatics Scientists | $92,484 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $79,550 |
| Biologists | $54,070 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.