Biological & Biomedical Sciences at Tennessee State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Biological & Biomedical Sciences, take a look at what Tennessee State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Tennessee State University is in Nashville, TN.
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Online Class Availability at Tennessee State University
Distance learning is available at Tennessee State University. Of 6,310 students, 490 (8%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,714 (43%) took at least some classes online.
Biological & Biomedical Sciences Rankings at Tennessee State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Tennessee State University’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Tennessee | #9 of 28 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Tennessee | #28 of 29 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #79 of 301 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #273 of 304 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #392 of 1,303 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1271 of 1,326 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Tennessee | #9 of 28 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Tennessee | #28 of 29 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #79 of 301 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #273 of 304 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #392 of 1,303 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1271 of 1,326 |
Earnings for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates from Tennessee State University
Those who finish Tennessee 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 | $31,151 |
| 2 years | $28,381 |
| 3 years | $33,474 |
| 4 years | $40,923 |
| 5 years | $40,944 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Tennessee State University report median earnings of $40,923, compared with $49,692 for all Tennessee State University graduates — about 18% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Tennessee State University is $29,375.
Highest-Paying Careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Biological & Biomedical Sciences program at Tennessee State University 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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