Biological & Biomedical Sciences at Northeastern University
If you are interested in studying Biological & Biomedical Sciences, consider the program at Northeastern University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Northeastern University is in Boston, MA.
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Online Class Availability at Northeastern University
Online coursework is an option at Northeastern University. Among 32,553 students, 1,730 (5%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,507 (23%) took at least some classes online.
Biological & Biomedical Sciences Rankings at Northeastern University
These rankings give you a sense of how Northeastern University’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #4 of 51 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #5 of 98 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #36 of 1,326 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #41 of 50 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #74 of 97 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1186 of 1,303 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #4 of 51 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #5 of 98 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #36 of 1,326 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #41 of 50 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #74 of 97 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1186 of 1,303 |
Earnings for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates from Northeastern University
Students who complete Northeastern 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 | $55,766 |
| 2 years | $56,742 |
| 3 years | $72,223 |
| 4 years | $70,097 |
| 5 years | $96,304 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Northeastern University report median earnings of $70,097, compared with $102,524 for all Northeastern University graduates — about 32% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Northeastern University comes in at $23,852.
Highest-Paying Careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Biological & Biomedical Sciences program at Northeastern University go on to a range of careers. Here 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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