Biotechnology at Eastern Illinois University
If you are interested in studying Biotechnology, you may want to check out the program at Eastern Illinois University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Eastern Illinois University is in Charleston, IL.
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Online & Distance Learning at Eastern Illinois University
Online coursework is an option at Eastern Illinois University. Among 8,505 students, 1,283 (15%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,051 (24%) took at least some classes online.
Biotechnology Rankings at Eastern Illinois University
Use these rankings to compare Eastern Illinois University’s Biotechnology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #1 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #2 of 4 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #2 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #3 of 9 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #24 of 62 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #32 of 84 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Biotechnology Graduates
Those who complete Biotechnology program at Eastern Illinois University go on to a range of careers. Here are the top-paying careers for Biotechnology majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Molecular and Cellular Biologists | $100,077 |
| Bioinformatics Scientists | $92,484 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $79,550 |
| Biologists | $54,070 |
| Geneticists | $48,526 |
| Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $41,048 |
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.