Biological & Biomedical Sciences at Eastern Kentucky University
If you are interested in studying Biological & Biomedical Sciences, you may want to check out the program at Eastern Kentucky University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Eastern Kentucky University is in Richmond, KY.
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Online & Distance Learning at Eastern Kentucky University
Online coursework is an option at Eastern Kentucky University. Of 15,673 students, 5,246 (33%) studied exclusively online and 6,148 (39%) took at least some classes online.
Biological & Biomedical Sciences Rankings at Eastern Kentucky University
These rankings give you a sense of how Eastern Kentucky University’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Kentucky | #6 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #15 of 18 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #45 of 301 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #217 of 304 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #287 of 1,303 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1124 of 1,326 |
Earnings for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates from Eastern Kentucky University
Graduates of Eastern Kentucky 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 | $25,881 |
| 2 years | $17,033 |
| 3 years | $31,458 |
| 4 years | $39,985 |
| 5 years | $58,047 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Eastern Kentucky University report median earnings of $39,985, compared with $49,519 for all Eastern Kentucky University graduates — about 19% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Eastern Kentucky University comes in at $24,250.
Top-Paying Careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Biological & Biomedical Sciences program at Eastern Kentucky University pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences majors, 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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