Biological & Biomedical Sciences at Vanderbilt University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Biological & Biomedical Sciences, you may want to check out the program at Vanderbilt University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Vanderbilt University is in Nashville, TN.
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Online & Distance Learning at Vanderbilt University
Many students take online classes at Vanderbilt University. Among 13,575 students, 652 (5%) studied exclusively online and 666 (5%) took at least some classes online.
Biological & Biomedical Sciences Rankings at Vanderbilt University
Rankings can help you compare Vanderbilt University’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Tennessee | #3 of 29 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #5 of 304 |
| Best Value | Tennessee | #18 of 28 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #81 of 1,326 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #155 of 301 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #650 of 1,303 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Tennessee | #3 of 29 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #5 of 304 |
| Best Value | Tennessee | #18 of 28 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #81 of 1,326 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #155 of 301 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #650 of 1,303 |
Earnings for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates from Vanderbilt University
Students who complete Vanderbilt University’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $21,125 |
| 2 years | $24,168 |
| 4 years | $78,554 |
| 5 years | $70,739 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Vanderbilt University report median earnings of $78,554, compared with $102,170 for all Vanderbilt University graduates — about 23% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Vanderbilt University comes in at $15,023.
Best-Paid Careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Biological & Biomedical Sciences program at Vanderbilt University pursue many career paths. Below 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.