Biological & Biomedical Sciences at University of South Alabama
What traits are you looking for in a school for Biological & Biomedical Sciences, consider the program at University of South Alabama. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of South Alabama is in Mobile, AL.
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Online Class Availability at University of South Alabama
Distance learning is available at University of South Alabama. Among 14,003 students, 3,884 (28%) studied exclusively online and 4,771 (34%) took at least some classes online.
Biological & Biomedical Sciences Rankings at University of South Alabama
These rankings give you a sense of how University of South Alabama’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Alabama | #11 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #13 of 20 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #120 of 301 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #213 of 304 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #569 of 1,303 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1118 of 1,326 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Alabama | #11 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #13 of 20 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #120 of 301 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #213 of 304 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #569 of 1,303 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1118 of 1,326 |
Earnings for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates from University of South Alabama
Graduates of University of South Alabama’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $24,634 |
| 2 years | $22,896 |
| 3 years | $27,496 |
| 4 years | $38,811 |
| 5 years | $59,484 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from University of South Alabama report median earnings of $38,811, compared with $79,052 for all University of South Alabama graduates — about 51% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from University of South Alabama is $27,000.
Best-Paid Careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Biological & Biomedical Sciences program at University of South Alabama 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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