Biological & Biomedical Sciences at University of Georgia
If you plan to study Biological & Biomedical Sciences, take a look at what University of Georgia. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Georgia is located in Athens, GA.
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Online Class Availability at University of Georgia
Online coursework is an option at University of Georgia. Of 43,146 students, 1,664 (4%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 8,365 (19%) took at least some classes online.
Biological & Biomedical Sciences Rankings at University of Georgia
Use these rankings to compare University of Georgia’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Georgia | #2 of 37 |
| Best Value | Georgia | #11 of 37 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #28 of 304 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #57 of 301 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #208 of 1,326 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #324 of 1,303 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Georgia | #2 of 37 |
| Best Value | Georgia | #11 of 37 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #28 of 304 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #57 of 301 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #208 of 1,326 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #324 of 1,303 |
Earnings for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates from University of Georgia
Graduates of University of Georgia’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 | $21,096 |
| 2 years | $23,879 |
| 3 years | $32,054 |
| 4 years | $48,195 |
| 5 years | $64,751 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from University of Georgia take home a median $48,195, compared with $65,444 for all University of Georgia graduates — about 26% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from University of Georgia is $21,493.
Top-Paying Careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Biological & Biomedical Sciences program at University of Georgia work across a variety of fields. 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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