Biological & Biomedical Sciences at Eastern Illinois University
If you plan to study Biological & Biomedical Sciences, take a look at what Eastern Illinois University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Eastern Illinois University sits in Charleston, IL.
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Online & Distance Learning at Eastern Illinois University
Many students take online classes at Eastern Illinois University. Of 8,505 students, 1,283 (15%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,051 (24%) took at least some classes online.
Biological & Biomedical Sciences Rankings at Eastern Illinois University
These rankings give you a sense of how Eastern Illinois University’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #12 of 42 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #20 of 44 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #41 of 174 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #55 of 176 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #412 of 1,303 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #477 of 1,326 |
Earnings for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates from Eastern Illinois University
Those who finish Eastern Illinois University’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 | $28,027 |
| 2 years | $29,413 |
| 3 years | $41,268 |
| 4 years | $54,609 |
| 5 years | $58,333 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Eastern Illinois University report median earnings of $54,609, compared with $54,001 for all Eastern Illinois University graduates — about 1% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Eastern Illinois University is $24,000.
Best-Paid Careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Biological & Biomedical Sciences program at Eastern Illinois University pursue many career paths. Below are 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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