Biological & Biomedical Sciences at Tennessee Technological University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Biological & Biomedical Sciences, consider the program at Tennessee Technological University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Tennessee Technological University is in Cookeville, TN.
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Online & Distance Learning at Tennessee Technological University
Distance learning is available at Tennessee Technological University. Of 10,511 students, 1,033 (10%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,063 (29%) took at least some classes online.
Biological & Biomedical Sciences Rankings at Tennessee Technological University
Use these rankings to compare Tennessee Technological University’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Tennessee | #7 of 29 |
| Best Value | Tennessee | #7 of 28 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #49 of 304 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #83 of 301 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #375 of 1,326 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #396 of 1,303 |
Earnings for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates from Tennessee Technological University
Those who finish Tennessee Technological 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 | $19,564 |
| 2 years | $24,164 |
| 3 years | $31,855 |
| 4 years | $44,849 |
| 5 years | $55,612 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Tennessee Technological University report median earnings of $44,849, compared with $56,495 for all Tennessee Technological University graduates — about 21% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Tennessee Technological University comes in at $15,500.
Best-Paid Careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Biological & Biomedical Sciences program at Tennessee Technological University pursue many career paths. Below are 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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