Biological & Biomedical Sciences at Western Kentucky University
If you are interested in studying Biological & Biomedical Sciences, you may want to check out the program at Western Kentucky University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Western Kentucky University is in Bowling Green, KY.
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Online Class Availability at Western Kentucky University
Distance learning is available at Western Kentucky University. Among 16,291 students, 3,505 (22%) studied exclusively online and 6,624 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Biological & Biomedical Sciences Rankings at Western Kentucky University
Rankings can help you compare Western Kentucky University’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Kentucky | #7 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #9 of 18 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #37 of 301 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #127 of 304 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #261 of 1,303 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #845 of 1,326 |
Earnings for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates from Western Kentucky University
Those who finish Western Kentucky University’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 | $22,896 |
| 2 years | $26,850 |
| 3 years | $30,827 |
| 4 years | $40,022 |
| 5 years | $57,509 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Western Kentucky University earn a median of $40,022, compared with $48,728 for all Western Kentucky University graduates — about 18% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Western Kentucky University stands at $22,500.
Best-Paid Careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Biological & Biomedical Sciences program at Western Kentucky University go on to a range of careers. Below are the best-paid 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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