Biological & Biomedical Sciences at Fort Hays State University
If you plan to study Biological & Biomedical Sciences, you may want to check out the program at Fort Hays State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Fort Hays State University sits in Hays, KS.
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Online Class Availability at Fort Hays State University
Distance learning is available at Fort Hays State University. Among 12,878 students, 7,032 (55%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,074 (16%) took at least some classes online.
Biological & Biomedical Sciences Rankings at Fort Hays State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Fort Hays State University’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Kansas | #1 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kansas | #3 of 12 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #19 of 121 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #38 of 122 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #340 of 1,303 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #397 of 1,326 |
Earnings for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates from Fort Hays State University
Those who finish Fort Hays State University’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $33,603 |
| 2 years | $29,685 |
| 3 years | $38,008 |
| 4 years | $44,899 |
| 5 years | $53,646 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Fort Hays State University take home a median $44,899, compared with $51,930 for all Fort Hays State University graduates — about 14% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Fort Hays State University is $22,000.
Top-Paying Careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Biological & Biomedical Sciences program at Fort Hays State University work across a variety of fields. Below are the highest-paying 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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