Biological Engineering at Cornell University
If you plan to study Biological Engineering, consider the program at Cornell University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Cornell University is in Ithaca, NY.
During the most recent reporting year, 24 biological engineering degrees were granted at Cornell University.
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Studying Online at Cornell University
Many students take online classes at Cornell University. Of 26,793 students, 527 (2%) studied exclusively online and 1,572 (6%) took at least some classes online.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Biological Engineering graduates at Cornell University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Biological Engineering graduates at Cornell University are 46% women (11) and 54% men (13).
Biological Engineering Bachelor’s Program at Cornell University
Of the 24 bachelor’s biological engineering graduates at Cornell University, 46% were women (11) and 54% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biological Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Cornell University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 42% of Biological Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Cornell University, higher than 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 Biological Engineering Concentrations at Cornell University
This Biological Engineering program at Cornell University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biological/Biosystems Engineering | 24 |
Top-Paying Careers for Biological Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Biological Engineering program at Cornell University pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid careers for Biological Engineering majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Engineers, All Other | $136,628 |
| Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers | $121,651 |
| Solar Energy Systems Engineers | $116,775 |
| Mechatronics Engineers | $115,569 |
| Microsystems Engineers | $104,558 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $101,277 |
| Wind Energy Engineers | $98,460 |
| Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers | $89,263 |
| Photonics Engineers | $84,667 |
| Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary | $79,889 |
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.