Biological & Biomedical Sciences at University of Southern Mississippi
What traits are you looking for in a school for Biological & Biomedical Sciences, you may want to check out the program at University of Southern Mississippi. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Southern Mississippi is located in Hattiesburg, MS.
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Online Class Availability at University of Southern Mississippi
Many students take online classes at University of Southern Mississippi. Among 13,170 students, 4,140 (31%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 5,550 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Biological & Biomedical Sciences Rankings at University of Southern Mississippi
Use these rankings to compare University of Southern Mississippi’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Mississippi | #4 of 19 |
| Best Value | Mississippi | #12 of 19 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #94 of 301 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #109 of 304 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #458 of 1,303 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #736 of 1,326 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #94 of 301 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #109 of 304 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #458 of 1,303 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #736 of 1,326 |
Earnings for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates from University of Southern Mississippi
Students who complete University of Southern 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 | $22,817 |
| 2 years | $27,476 |
| 3 years | $34,611 |
| 4 years | $38,258 |
| 5 years | $52,007 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from University of Southern Mississippi report median earnings of $38,258, compared with $51,802 for all University of Southern Mississippi graduates — about 26% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from University of Southern Mississippi is $23,213.
Highest-Paying Careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Biological & Biomedical Sciences program at University of Southern Mississippi go on to a range of careers. 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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