Biological & Biomedical Sciences at University of California-Merced
If you plan to study Biological & Biomedical Sciences, take a look at what University of California-Merced. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of California-Merced is in Merced, CA.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of California-Merced
Many students take online classes at University of California-Merced. Of 9,110 students, 2 (0%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 960 (11%) took at least some classes online.
Biological & Biomedical Sciences Rankings at University of California-Merced
Rankings can help you compare University of California-Merced’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #13 of 139 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #17 of 196 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #59 of 1,326 |
| Best Value | California | #80 of 138 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #93 of 192 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #201 of 1,303 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #59 of 1,326 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #201 of 1,303 |
Earnings for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates from University of California-Merced
Graduates of University of California-Merced’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 | $29,685 |
| 2 years | $31,391 |
| 3 years | $43,274 |
| 4 years | $52,891 |
| 5 years | $67,342 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from University of California-Merced take home a median $52,891, compared with $62,823 for all University of California-Merced graduates — about 16% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from University of California-Merced is $18,325.
Best-Paid Careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Biological & Biomedical Sciences program at University of California-Merced work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the top-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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