Biological & Biomedical Sciences at University of Kentucky
What traits are you looking for in a school for Biological & Biomedical Sciences, you may want to check out the program at University of Kentucky. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Kentucky is in Lexington, KY.
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Studying Online at University of Kentucky
Online coursework is an option at University of Kentucky. Of 34,709 students, 5,063 (15%) studied exclusively online and 13,126 (38%) took at least some classes online.
Biological & Biomedical Sciences Rankings at University of Kentucky
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Kentucky’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #2 of 18 |
| Best Value | Kentucky | #12 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #46 of 304 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #129 of 301 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #371 of 1,326 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #557 of 1,303 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #2 of 18 |
| Best Value | Kentucky | #12 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #46 of 304 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #129 of 301 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #371 of 1,326 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #557 of 1,303 |
Earnings for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates from University of Kentucky
Graduates of University of Kentucky’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 | $27,139 |
| 2 years | $22,082 |
| 3 years | $27,665 |
| 4 years | $44,523 |
| 5 years | $62,087 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from University of Kentucky earn a median of $44,523, compared with $61,112 for all University of Kentucky graduates — about 27% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from University of Kentucky is $23,817.
Highest-Paying Careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Biological & Biomedical Sciences program at University of Kentucky go on to a range of careers. Here are the best-paid 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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