Biochemistry & Biophysics at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
If you plan to study Biochemistry & Biophysics, consider the program at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus sits in Pittsburgh, PA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 54 biochemistry & biophysics degrees were awarded at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus.
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Studying Online at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Many students take online classes at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus. Among 35,724 students, 1,465 (4%) studied exclusively online and 6,044 (17%) took at least some classes online.
Biochemistry & Biophysics Rankings at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Rankings can help you compare University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus’s Biochemistry & Biophysics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #7 of 21 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #18 of 21 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #32 of 58 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #53 of 60 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #211 of 293 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #224 of 288 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #7 of 21 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #18 of 21 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #32 of 58 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #53 of 60 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #211 of 293 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #224 of 288 |
Earnings for Biochemistry & Biophysics Graduates from University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Graduates of University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus’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 | $30,264 |
| 2 years | $33,281 |
| 5 years | $62,038 |
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Biochemistry & Biophysics graduates from University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus stands at $26,558.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Biochemistry & Biophysics graduates at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Biochemistry & Biophysics graduates at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus are 54% women (29) and 46% men (25).
Biochemistry & Biophysics Bachelor’s Program at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Among the 52 bachelor’s biochemistry & biophysics degrees awarded at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus, 54% were women (28) and 46% were men (24).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biochemistry & Biophysics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 24 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 18 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 48% of Biochemistry & Biophysics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus, higher than the national average of 43%.*
Biochemistry & Biophysics Doctoral Program at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Among the 2 doctoral biochemistry & biophysics degrees awarded at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus, 50% were women (1) and 50% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biochemistry & Biophysics doctoral degree recipients at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 100% of Biochemistry & Biophysics doctoral degree recipients at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus, above the national average of 31%.*
*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 Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
The Biochemistry & Biophysics program at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biochemistry | 12 |
| Molecular Biology | 40 |
| Molecular Biophysics | 2 |
Best-Paid Careers for Biochemistry & Biophysics Graduates
Students who finish Biochemistry & Biophysics program at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Biochemistry & Biophysics graduates, 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.