Biological & Biomedical Sciences at University of Southern California
What traits are you looking for in a school for Biological & Biomedical Sciences, take a look at what University of Southern California. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Southern California is in Los Angeles, CA.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Southern California
Many students take online classes at University of Southern California. Among 46,566 students, 6,077 (13%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 9,437 (20%) took at least some classes online.
Biological & Biomedical Sciences Rankings at University of Southern California
Rankings can help you compare University of Southern California’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #21 of 139 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #25 of 196 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #104 of 1,326 |
| Best Value | California | #124 of 138 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #169 of 192 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1188 of 1,303 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #21 of 139 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #25 of 196 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #104 of 1,326 |
| Best Value | California | #124 of 138 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #169 of 192 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1188 of 1,303 |
Earnings for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates from University of Southern California
Students who complete University of Southern California’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 | $25,788 |
| 2 years | $27,190 |
| 3 years | $40,483 |
| 4 years | $56,081 |
| 5 years | $79,096 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from University of Southern California report median earnings of $56,081, compared with $101,273 for all University of Southern California graduates — about 45% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from University of Southern California comes in at $8,333.
Best-Paid Careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Biological & Biomedical Sciences program at University of Southern California pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the top-paying 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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