Biological & Biomedical Sciences at Illinois State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Biological & Biomedical Sciences, take a look at what Illinois State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Illinois State University is in Normal, IL.
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Online & Distance Learning at Illinois State University
Many students take online classes at Illinois State University. Among 21,546 students, 1,302 (6%) studied exclusively online and 7,853 (36%) took at least some classes online.
Biological & Biomedical Sciences Rankings at Illinois State University
Rankings can help you compare Illinois State University’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #14 of 44 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #23 of 42 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #43 of 176 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #85 of 174 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #355 of 1,326 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #688 of 1,303 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #43 of 176 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #85 of 174 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #355 of 1,326 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #688 of 1,303 |
Earnings for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates from Illinois State University
Those who finish Illinois State 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 | $32,188 |
| 2 years | $31,900 |
| 3 years | $39,230 |
| 4 years | $48,863 |
| 5 years | $53,848 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Illinois State University earn a median of $48,863, compared with $58,604 for all Illinois State University graduates — about 17% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Illinois State University comes in at $23,586.
Top-Paying Careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Biological & Biomedical Sciences program at Illinois State University go on to a range of careers. 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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