Biological & Biomedical Sciences at California State University-Bakersfield
What traits are you looking for in a school for Biological & Biomedical Sciences, you may want to check out the program at California State University-Bakersfield. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
California State University-Bakersfield is in Bakersfield, CA.
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Online & Distance Learning at California State University-Bakersfield
Online coursework is an option at California State University-Bakersfield. Of 10,419 students, 1,212 (12%) studied exclusively online and 5,881 (56%) took at least some classes online.
Biological & Biomedical Sciences Rankings at California State University-Bakersfield
These rankings give you a sense of how California State University-Bakersfield’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | California | #55 of 138 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #55 of 192 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #80 of 1,303 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #93 of 139 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #121 of 196 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #688 of 1,326 |
Earnings for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates from California State University-Bakersfield
Those who finish California State University-Bakersfield’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $25,970 |
| 2 years | $27,713 |
| 3 years | $38,929 |
| 4 years | $48,359 |
| 5 years | $57,342 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from California State University-Bakersfield report median earnings of $48,359, compared with $56,447 for all California State University-Bakersfield graduates — about 14% lower than the school-wide median.
Top-Paying Careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Biological & Biomedical Sciences program at California State University-Bakersfield pursue many career paths. Here are the top-paying careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $159,837 |
| Cytotechnologists | $155,812 |
| Cytogenetic Technologists | $155,361 |
| Exercise Physiologists | $144,072 |
| Business Intelligence Analysts | $143,840 |
| Information Security Engineers | $142,543 |
| Computer Systems Engineers/Architects | $140,795 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Histotechnologists | $125,527 |
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
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