Biological & Biomedical Sciences at Oregon State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Biological & Biomedical Sciences, take a look at what Oregon State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Oregon State University is in Corvallis, OR.
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Online & Distance Learning at Oregon State University
Online coursework is an option at Oregon State University. Among 37,163 students, 13,083 (35%) studied exclusively online and 8,697 (23%) took at least some classes online.
Biological & Biomedical Sciences Rankings at Oregon State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Oregon State University’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Oregon | #7 of 16 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Oregon | #9 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #124 of 196 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #139 of 192 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #701 of 1,326 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #746 of 1,303 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Oregon | #7 of 16 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Oregon | #9 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #124 of 196 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #139 of 192 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #701 of 1,326 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #746 of 1,303 |
Earnings for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates from Oregon State University
Those who finish Oregon 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 | $26,118 |
| 2 years | $27,112 |
| 3 years | $33,099 |
| 4 years | $40,390 |
| 5 years | $55,737 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Oregon State University take home a median $40,390, compared with $66,895 for all Oregon State University graduates — about 40% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Oregon State University comes in at $23,722.
Best-Paid Careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Biological & Biomedical Sciences program at Oregon State University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks 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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