Biological & Biomedical Sciences at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
If you are interested in studying Biological & Biomedical Sciences, take a look at what University of Massachusetts-Amherst. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Massachusetts-Amherst is in Amherst, MA.
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Studying Online at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Distance learning is available at University of Massachusetts-Amherst. Among 31,726 students, 3,511 (11%) studied exclusively online and 2,793 (9%) took at least some classes online.
Biological & Biomedical Sciences Rankings at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Use these rankings to compare University of Massachusetts-Amherst’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #10 of 51 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #19 of 98 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #21 of 50 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #39 of 97 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #108 of 1,326 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #917 of 1,303 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #10 of 51 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #19 of 98 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #21 of 50 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #39 of 97 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #108 of 1,326 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #917 of 1,303 |
Earnings for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates from University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Those who finish University of Massachusetts-Amherst’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 | $35,137 |
| 2 years | $33,160 |
| 3 years | $46,199 |
| 4 years | $59,230 |
| 5 years | $73,528 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from University of Massachusetts-Amherst earn a median of $59,230, compared with $73,687 for all University of Massachusetts-Amherst graduates — about 20% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from University of Massachusetts-Amherst comes in at $26,729.
Highest-Paying Careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Biological & Biomedical Sciences program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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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