Biological & Biomedical Sciences at Wichita State University
If you plan to study Biological & Biomedical Sciences, consider the program at Wichita State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Wichita State University is in Wichita, KS.
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Online Class Availability at Wichita State University
Many students take online classes at Wichita State University. Among 16,689 students, 4,761 (29%) studied exclusively online and 5,354 (32%) took at least some classes online.
Biological & Biomedical Sciences Rankings at Wichita State University
Use these rankings to compare Wichita State University’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Kansas | #3 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kansas | #4 of 12 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #24 of 121 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #48 of 122 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #371 of 1,303 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #479 of 1,326 |
Earnings for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates from Wichita State University
Graduates of Wichita State 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 | $34,442 |
| 2 years | $23,207 |
| 3 years | $31,752 |
| 4 years | $41,782 |
| 5 years | $55,232 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Wichita State University take home a median $41,782, compared with $52,641 for all Wichita State University graduates — about 21% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Wichita State University stands at $22,407.
Best-Paid Careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Biological & Biomedical Sciences program at Wichita State University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the highest-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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