Biological & Biomedical Sciences at Murray State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Biological & Biomedical Sciences, consider the program at Murray State University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Murray State University is located in Murray, KY.
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Online Class Availability at Murray State University
Many students take online classes at Murray State University. Of 10,020 students, 1,796 (18%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,286 (33%) took at least some classes online.
Biological & Biomedical Sciences Rankings at Murray State University
Use these rankings to compare Murray State University’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Kentucky | #3 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #11 of 18 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #25 of 301 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #142 of 304 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #202 of 1,303 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #911 of 1,326 |
Earnings for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates from Murray State University
Those who finish Murray 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 | $30,368 |
| 2 years | $36,668 |
| 3 years | $38,166 |
| 4 years | $40,116 |
| 5 years | $54,903 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Murray State University report median earnings of $40,116, compared with $53,312 for all Murray State University graduates — about 25% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Murray State University stands at $24,475.
Top-Paying Careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Biological & Biomedical Sciences program at Murray State University pursue many career paths. Here are the top-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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