Biotechnology at Rush University
If you are interested in studying Biotechnology, consider the program at Rush University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Rush University is located in Chicago, IL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 30 biotechnology graduations were recorded at Rush University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Rush University
Many students take online classes at Rush University. Among 2,769 students, 834 (30%) studied exclusively online and 1,313 (47%) took at least some classes online.
Earnings for Biotechnology Graduates from Rush University
Those who finish Rush University’s Biotechnology program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $27,781 |
| 2 years | $29,685 |
| 3 years | $42,762 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Biotechnology graduates at Rush University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Biotechnology graduates at Rush University are 80% women (24) and 20% men (6).
Biotechnology Master’s Program at Rush University
Among the 30 master’s biotechnology degrees awarded at Rush University, 80% were women (24) and 20% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biotechnology master’s degree recipients at Rush University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 8 |
| Black / African American | 6 |
| Asian | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 53% of Biotechnology master’s degree recipients at Rush University, above the national average of 33%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Biotechnology Concentrations at Rush University
The Biotechnology program at Rush University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biotechnology | 30 |
Top-Paying Careers for Biotechnology Graduates
Graduates of the Biotechnology program at Rush University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Biotechnology graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Molecular and Cellular Biologists | $100,077 |
| Bioinformatics Scientists | $92,484 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $79,550 |
| Biologists | $54,070 |
| Geneticists | $48,526 |
| Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $41,048 |
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.