Biological & Biomedical Sciences at San Diego State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Biological & Biomedical Sciences, you may want to check out the program at San Diego State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
San Diego State University is in San Diego, CA.
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Studying Online at San Diego State University
Many students take online classes at San Diego State University. Among 41,137 students, 2,454 (6%) studied exclusively online and 21,435 (52%) took at least some classes online.
Biological & Biomedical Sciences Rankings at San Diego State University
Use these rankings to compare San Diego State University’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #8 of 139 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #9 of 196 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #39 of 1,326 |
| Best Value | California | #103 of 138 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #128 of 192 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #435 of 1,303 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #9 of 196 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #39 of 1,326 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #128 of 192 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #435 of 1,303 |
Earnings for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates from San Diego State University
Those who finish San Diego State 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 | $33,006 |
| 2 years | $29,467 |
| 3 years | $35,156 |
| 4 years | $55,383 |
| 5 years | $70,169 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from San Diego State University earn a median of $55,383, compared with $63,824 for all San Diego State University graduates — about 13% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from San Diego State University is $16,749.
Top-Paying Careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Biological & Biomedical Sciences program at San Diego State 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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