Biochemistry & Biophysics at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
If you plan to study Biochemistry & Biophysics, consider the program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Massachusetts-Amherst is in Amherst, MA.
During the most recent reporting year, 141 biochemistry & biophysics degrees were granted at University of Massachusetts-Amherst.
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Studying Online at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Online coursework is an option at University of Massachusetts-Amherst. Of 31,726 students, 3,511 (11%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,793 (9%) took at least some classes online.
Biochemistry & Biophysics Rankings at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Rankings can help you compare University of Massachusetts-Amherst’s Biochemistry & Biophysics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #4 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #7 of 17 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #9 of 29 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #11 of 29 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #78 of 293 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #173 of 288 |
Earnings for Biochemistry & Biophysics Graduates from University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Those who finish University of Massachusetts-Amherst’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 | $39,509 |
| 2 years | $38,289 |
| 3 years | $57,076 |
| 4 years | $65,089 |
| 5 years | $78,038 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Biochemistry & Biophysics graduates from University of Massachusetts-Amherst report median earnings of $65,089, compared with $73,687 for all University of Massachusetts-Amherst graduates — about 12% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Biochemistry & Biophysics graduates from University of Massachusetts-Amherst stands at $25,916.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Biochemistry & Biophysics graduates at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Biochemistry & Biophysics graduates at University of Massachusetts-Amherst are 52% women (74) and 48% men (67).
Biochemistry & Biophysics Bachelor’s Program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Among the 141 bachelor’s biochemistry & biophysics graduates at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, 52% were women (74) and 48% were men (67).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biochemistry & Biophysics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Amherst.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 69 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 9 |
| Black / African American | 6 |
| Asian | 39 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 9 |
| Unknown | 5 |
Minority students account for 41% of Biochemistry & Biophysics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, below the national average of 43%.*
*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 Massachusetts-Amherst
This Biochemistry & Biophysics program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biochemistry & Molecular Biology | 141 |
Top-Paying Careers for Biochemistry & Biophysics Graduates
Those who complete Biochemistry & Biophysics program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst work across a variety of fields. Below are the best-paid careers for Biochemistry & Biophysics majors, 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.