Biological & Biomedical Sciences at University of Maine
What traits are you looking for in a school for Biological & Biomedical Sciences, you may want to check out the program at University of Maine. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Maine sits in Orono, ME.
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Studying Online at University of Maine
Distance learning is available at University of Maine. Among 12,029 students, 2,466 (21%) studied exclusively online and 4,263 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Biological & Biomedical Sciences Rankings at University of Maine
Use these rankings to compare University of Maine’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Maine | #4 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Maine | #6 of 9 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #25 of 97 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #76 of 98 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #665 of 1,303 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #761 of 1,326 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Maine | #4 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Maine | #6 of 9 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #25 of 97 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #76 of 98 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #665 of 1,303 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #761 of 1,326 |
Earnings for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates from University of Maine
Those who finish University of Maine’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 | $29,470 |
| 2 years | $28,381 |
| 4 years | $46,674 |
| 5 years | $62,960 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from University of Maine report median earnings of $46,674, compared with $53,600 for all University of Maine graduates — about 13% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from University of Maine comes in at $26,500.
Best-Paid Careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Biological & Biomedical Sciences program at University of Maine pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.