Biological & Biomedical Sciences at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
What traits are you looking for in a school for Biological & Biomedical Sciences, consider the program at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Southern Illinois University-Carbondale sits in Carbondale, IL.
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Online & Distance Learning at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Online coursework is an option at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale. Of 11,790 students, 2,272 (19%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,360 (28%) took at least some classes online.
Biological & Biomedical Sciences Rankings at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Use these rankings to compare Southern Illinois University-Carbondale’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #16 of 42 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #33 of 44 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #63 of 174 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #116 of 176 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #574 of 1,303 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #912 of 1,326 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #16 of 42 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #33 of 44 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #63 of 174 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #116 of 176 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #574 of 1,303 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #912 of 1,326 |
Earnings for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Those who finish Southern Illinois University-Carbondale’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 | $24,536 |
| 2 years | $31,045 |
| 3 years | $29,924 |
| 4 years | $41,481 |
| 5 years | $47,407 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale take home a median $41,481, compared with $58,303 for all Southern Illinois University-Carbondale graduates — about 29% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale comes in at $23,739.
Top-Paying Careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Biological & Biomedical Sciences program at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the top-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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