Biochemistry & Biophysics at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
If you are interested in studying Biochemistry & Biophysics, consider the program at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is in Troy, NY.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 25 biochemistry & biophysics degrees were granted at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.
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Online & Distance Learning at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Online coursework is an option at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Among 7,040 students, 171 (2%) studied exclusively online and 3 (0%) took at least some classes online.
Biochemistry & Biophysics Rankings at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Use these rankings to compare Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute’s Biochemistry & Biophysics program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #7 of 22 |
| Best Value | New York | #14 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #18 of 60 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #42 of 58 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #79 of 293 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #246 of 288 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #7 of 22 |
| Best Value | New York | #14 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #18 of 60 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #42 of 58 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #79 of 293 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #246 of 288 |
Earnings for Biochemistry & Biophysics Graduates from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Graduates of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute’s Biochemistry & Biophysics program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $46,292 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Biochemistry & Biophysics graduates at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Biochemistry & Biophysics graduates at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute are 52% women (13) and 48% men (12).
Biochemistry & Biophysics Bachelor’s Program at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Among the 20 bachelor’s biochemistry & biophysics degrees awarded at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, 45% were women (9) and 55% were men (11).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biochemistry & Biophysics bachelor’s degree recipients at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 12 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 35% of Biochemistry & Biophysics bachelor’s degree recipients at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, lower than the national average of 43%.*
Biochemistry & Biophysics Master’s Program at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Among the 4 master’s biochemistry & biophysics degrees awarded at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, 75% were women (3) and 25% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biochemistry & Biophysics master’s degree recipients at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
Minority students account for 25% of Biochemistry & Biophysics master’s degree recipients at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, lower than the national average of 37%.*
Biochemistry & Biophysics Doctoral Program at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Among the 1 doctoral biochemistry & biophysics degrees awarded at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, 100% were women (1) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biochemistry & Biophysics doctoral degree recipients at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
Minority students account for 100% of Biochemistry & Biophysics doctoral degree recipients at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, above the national average of 31%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Biochemistry & Biophysics Concentrations at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
This Biochemistry & Biophysics program at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Other Biochemistry & Biophysics | 25 |
Top-Paying Careers for Biochemistry & Biophysics Graduates
Students who finish Biochemistry & Biophysics program at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Biochemistry & Biophysics graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | $111,314 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Biochemists and Biophysicists | $107,979 |
| Food Science Technicians | $100,898 |
| Biological Technicians | $100,160 |
| Molecular and Cellular Biologists | $100,077 |
| Bioinformatics Scientists | $92,484 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $79,550 |
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.