Biotechnology at Texas Tech University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Biotechnology, consider the program at Texas Tech University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Texas Tech University sits in Lubbock, TX.
During the most recent reporting year, 14 biotechnology degrees were granted at Texas Tech University.
Featured schools near , edit
Online & Distance Learning at Texas Tech University
Distance learning is available at Texas Tech University. Of 40,757 students, 5,648 (14%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 21,407 (53%) took at least some classes online.
Biotechnology Rankings at Texas Tech University
Use these rankings to compare Texas Tech University’s Biotechnology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #3 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #4 of 11 |
| Best Value | Texas | #8 of 9 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #10 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #24 of 84 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #55 of 82 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Biotechnology graduates at Texas Tech University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Biotechnology graduates at Texas Tech University are 64% women (9) and 36% men (5).
Biotechnology Master’s Program at Texas Tech University
Among the 11 master’s biotechnology degrees awarded at Texas Tech University, 73% were women (8) and 27% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biotechnology master’s degree recipients at Texas Tech University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 7 |
Minority students account for 18% of Biotechnology master’s degree recipients at Texas Tech University, below 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 Texas Tech University
This Biotechnology program at Texas Tech University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biotechnology | 14 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Biotechnology Graduates
Students who finish Biotechnology program at Texas Tech University go on to a range of careers. Here are the best-paid careers for Biotechnology majors, 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.