Biochemistry & Biophysics at University of Kansas
What traits are you looking for in a school for Biochemistry & Biophysics, take a look at what University of Kansas. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Kansas is in Lawrence, KS.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 58 biochemistry & biophysics degrees were awarded at University of Kansas.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Kansas
Online coursework is an option at University of Kansas. Among 29,792 students, 3,126 (10%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 10,681 (36%) took at least some classes online.
Biochemistry & Biophysics Rankings at University of Kansas
Use these rankings to compare University of Kansas’s Biochemistry & Biophysics program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kansas | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Kansas | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #5 of 27 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #6 of 27 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #86 of 288 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #106 of 293 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kansas | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Kansas | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #5 of 27 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #6 of 27 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #86 of 288 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #106 of 293 |
Earnings for Biochemistry & Biophysics Graduates from University of Kansas
Students who complete University of Kansas’s Biochemistry & Biophysics program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $44,752 |
| 2 years | $31,848 |
| 5 years | $70,115 |
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Biochemistry & Biophysics graduates from University of Kansas is $18,004.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Biochemistry & Biophysics graduates at University of Kansas, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Biochemistry & Biophysics graduates at University of Kansas are 66% women (38) and 34% men (20).
Biochemistry & Biophysics Bachelor’s Program at University of Kansas
Of the 55 bachelor’s biochemistry & biophysics degrees awarded at University of Kansas, 67% were women (37) and 33% were men (18).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biochemistry & Biophysics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Kansas.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 28 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Asian | 15 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Minority students account for 45% of Biochemistry & Biophysics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Kansas, above the national average of 43%.*
Biochemistry & Biophysics Doctoral Program at University of Kansas
Of the 3 doctoral biochemistry & biophysics graduates at University of Kansas, 33% were women (1) and 67% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biochemistry & Biophysics doctoral degree recipients at University of Kansas.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Biochemistry & Biophysics Concentrations at University of Kansas
The Biochemistry & Biophysics program at University of Kansas offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biochemistry | 50 |
| Molecular Biology | 5 |
| Biochemistry & Molecular Biology | 3 |
Best-Paid Careers for Biochemistry & Biophysics Graduates
Graduates of the Biochemistry & Biophysics program at University of Kansas go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Biochemistry & Biophysics graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | $111,314 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Biochemists and Biophysicists | $107,979 |
| Food Science Technicians | $100,898 |
| Biological Technicians | $100,160 |
| Molecular and Cellular Biologists | $100,077 |
| Bioinformatics Scientists | $92,484 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $79,550 |
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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