Biochemistry & Biophysics at Brigham Young University
If you are interested in studying Biochemistry & Biophysics, take a look at what Brigham Young University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Brigham Young University is in Provo, UT.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 80 biochemistry & biophysics degrees were awarded at Brigham Young University.
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Online Class Availability at Brigham Young University
Many students take online classes at Brigham Young University. Among 35,873 students, 898 (3%) studied exclusively online and 11,887 (33%) took at least some classes online.
Biochemistry & Biophysics Rankings at Brigham Young University
These rankings give you a sense of how Brigham Young University’s Biochemistry & Biophysics program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Utah | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | Utah | #4 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #5 of 14 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #6 of 14 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #55 of 288 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #158 of 293 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Utah | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | Utah | #4 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #5 of 14 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #6 of 14 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #55 of 288 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #158 of 293 |
Earnings for Biochemistry & Biophysics Graduates from Brigham Young University
Those who finish Brigham Young University’s Biochemistry & Biophysics program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $34,189 |
| 2 years | $27,822 |
| 3 years | $23,177 |
| 5 years | $66,498 |
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Biochemistry & Biophysics graduates from Brigham Young University comes in at $12,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Biochemistry & Biophysics graduates at Brigham Young University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Biochemistry & Biophysics graduates at Brigham Young University are 38% women (30) and 62% men (50).
Biochemistry & Biophysics Bachelor’s Program at Brigham Young University
Of the 74 bachelor’s biochemistry & biophysics graduates at Brigham Young University, 38% were women (28) and 62% were men (46).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biochemistry & Biophysics bachelor’s degree recipients at Brigham Young University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 62 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 14% of Biochemistry & Biophysics bachelor’s degree recipients at Brigham Young University, lower than the national average of 43%.*
Biochemistry & Biophysics Master’s Program at Brigham Young University
Of the 2 master’s biochemistry & biophysics degrees awarded at Brigham Young University, 50% were women (1) and 50% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biochemistry & Biophysics master’s degree recipients at Brigham Young University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
Biochemistry & Biophysics Doctoral Program at Brigham Young University
Among the 4 doctoral biochemistry & biophysics graduates at Brigham Young University, 25% were women (1) and 75% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biochemistry & Biophysics doctoral degree recipients at Brigham Young University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Biochemistry & Biophysics Concentrations at Brigham Young University
The Biochemistry & Biophysics program at Brigham Young University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biochemistry | 36 |
| Biophysics | 11 |
| Molecular Biology | 33 |
Top-Paying Careers for Biochemistry & Biophysics Graduates
Students who finish Biochemistry & Biophysics program at Brigham Young University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Biochemistry & Biophysics majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | $111,314 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Biochemists and Biophysicists | $107,979 |
| Food Science Technicians | $100,898 |
| Biological Technicians | $100,160 |
| Molecular and Cellular Biologists | $100,077 |
| Bioinformatics Scientists | $92,484 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $79,550 |
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.