Biological & Biomedical Sciences at Northeastern Illinois University
If you are interested in studying Biological & Biomedical Sciences, take a look at what Northeastern Illinois University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Northeastern Illinois University is located in Chicago, IL.
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Online Class Availability at Northeastern Illinois University
Many students take online classes at Northeastern Illinois University. Among 5,734 students, 1,101 (19%) studied exclusively online and 2,235 (39%) took at least some classes online.
Biological & Biomedical Sciences Rankings at Northeastern Illinois University
Use these rankings to compare Northeastern Illinois University’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #8 of 42 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #9 of 44 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #24 of 176 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #24 of 174 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #215 of 1,326 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #305 of 1,303 |
Earnings for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates from Northeastern Illinois University
Those who finish Northeastern Illinois 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 | $31,641 |
| 2 years | $32,658 |
| 3 years | $37,765 |
| 4 years | $52,784 |
| 5 years | $60,795 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Northeastern Illinois University earn a median of $52,784, compared with $54,279 for all Northeastern Illinois University graduates — about 3% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Northeastern Illinois University is $14,031.
Top-Paying Careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Biological & Biomedical Sciences program at Northeastern Illinois University pursue many career paths. Here are 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
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