Biological & Biomedical Sciences at Duke University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Biological & Biomedical Sciences, take a look at what Duke University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Duke University is located in Durham, NC.
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Studying Online at Duke University
Many students take online classes at Duke University. Of 17,499 students, 1,312 (7%) studied exclusively online and 2,836 (16%) took at least some classes online.
Biological & Biomedical Sciences Rankings at Duke University
These rankings give you a sense of how Duke University’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #1 of 39 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 304 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #20 of 1,326 |
| Best Value | North Carolina | #37 of 39 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #287 of 301 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1217 of 1,303 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #1 of 39 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 304 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #20 of 1,326 |
| Best Value | North Carolina | #37 of 39 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #287 of 301 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1217 of 1,303 |
Earnings for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates from Duke University
Graduates of Duke University’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $24,739 |
| 2 years | $29,622 |
| 3 years | $42,153 |
| 4 years | $66,280 |
| 5 years | $81,240 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Duke University report median earnings of $66,280, compared with $115,482 for all Duke University graduates — about 43% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Duke University is $12,382.
Highest-Paying Careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Biological & Biomedical Sciences program at Duke University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the best-paid 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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