Biological & Biomedical Sciences at Lehigh University
If you are interested in studying Biological & Biomedical Sciences, consider the program at Lehigh University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Lehigh University is located in Bethlehem, PA.
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Online & Distance Learning at Lehigh University
Many students take online classes at Lehigh University. Among 7,692 students, 377 (5%) studied exclusively online and 290 (4%) took at least some classes online.
Biological & Biomedical Sciences Rankings at Lehigh University
Use these rankings to compare Lehigh University’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #7 of 84 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #16 of 234 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #43 of 1,326 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #77 of 84 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #204 of 229 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1207 of 1,303 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #7 of 84 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #16 of 234 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #43 of 1,326 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #77 of 84 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #204 of 229 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1207 of 1,303 |
Earnings for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates from Lehigh University
Students who complete Lehigh 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 | $37,096 |
| 2 years | $34,287 |
| 4 years | $56,980 |
| 5 years | $80,364 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Lehigh University report median earnings of $56,980, compared with $91,059 for all Lehigh University graduates — about 37% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Lehigh University stands at $22,234.
Best-Paid Careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Biological & Biomedical Sciences program at Lehigh University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the highest-paying 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.