Biological & Biomedical Sciences at University of Mississippi
If you plan to study Biological & Biomedical Sciences, consider the program at University of Mississippi. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
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Online Class Availability at University of Mississippi
Many students take online classes at University of Mississippi. Among 26,449 students, 1,904 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 14,512 (55%) took at least some classes online.
Biological & Biomedical Sciences Rankings at University of Mississippi
Use these rankings to compare University of Mississippi’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Mississippi | #1 of 19 |
| Best Value | Mississippi | #7 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #50 of 304 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #53 of 301 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #316 of 1,303 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #378 of 1,326 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Mississippi | #1 of 19 |
| Best Value | Mississippi | #7 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #50 of 304 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #53 of 301 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #316 of 1,303 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #378 of 1,326 |
Earnings for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates from University of Mississippi
Students who complete University of Mississippi’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $21,750 |
| 2 years | $24,657 |
| 3 years | $39,198 |
| 4 years | $49,896 |
| 5 years | $70,052 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from University of Mississippi report median earnings of $49,896, compared with $63,600 for all University of Mississippi graduates — about 22% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from University of Mississippi is $19,750.
Top-Paying Careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Biological & Biomedical Sciences program at University of Mississippi work across a variety of fields. Here are the top-paying 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
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