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Biochemistry & Biophysics Schools in New York

In 2020-2021, 151 students earned their Biochemistry degrees in NY.

In terms of popularity, Biochemistry & Biophysics is the 110th most popular major in the state out of a total 280 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Biochemistry & Biophysics Majors in New York

Biochemistry majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 87
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 64
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 64
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 64

Gender Distribution

In New York, a biochemistry major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of biochemistry majors in New York is as follows:

  • Asian: 8.6%
  • Black or African American: 4.6%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 10.6%
  • White: 36.4%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 35.8%
  • Other Races: 4.0%
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Jobs for Biochemistry & Biophysics Grads in New York

17,690 people in the state and 323,520 in the nation are employed in jobs related to biochemistry.

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Wages for Biochemistry & Biophysics Jobs in New York

Biochemistry grads earn an average of $89,000 in the state and $96,420 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in New York that offer biochemistry degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

42 Degrees in Major Awarded
9,300 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 37% are considered full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 10 to 1. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 3.90%.

#2

Stony Brook University

Stony Brook
23 Degrees in Major Awarded
74% Graduation Rate
26,782 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.00%. Graduates earn an average $51,975 after graduation. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 76% of students receive it.

15 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,048 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.20%.

14 Degrees in Major Awarded
86% Graduation Rate
11,741 Total Students

An average student at University of Rochester will pay a net price of $31,340. It takes the average student 4.11 years to graduate. Of all the students who attend this school, 83% get financial aid.

13 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
23,620 Total Students

9 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $37,042. 59% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

12 Degrees in Major Awarded
56% Graduation Rate
12,835 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 14 to 1. In their early career, Pace University grads earn an average salary of $50,574. The average student takes 4.26 years to complete their degree at Pace University.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
76% Graduation Rate
32,347 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.80%. The student to faculty ratio is 14 to 1. The full-time teacher rate is 65%.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
86% Graduation Rate
7,501 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $33,937. 88% of students get financical aid. In their early career, RPI grads earn an average salary of $77,899.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,322 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 0.90%. The full-time teacher rate is 100%. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $78,779 a year.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
55% Graduation Rate
15,227 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 3.60% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. This public school has an average net price of $2,805. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $45,588 after earning their degree at this institution.

Biochemistry & Biophysics Careers in NY

Some of the careers biochemistry majors go into include:

Job Title NY Job Growth NY Median Salary
Biological Science Professors 23% $86,790
Biochemists and Biophysicists 18% $56,360
Medical Scientists 18% $78,900
Natural Sciences Managers 17% $124,560
Microbiologists 16% $71,280
Biological Scientists 12% $88,430

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to biochemistry.

Major Annual Graduates in NY
General Biology 884
Ecology & Systematics Biology 392
Biomathematics & Bioinformatics 301
Physiology & Pathology Sciences 271
Neurobiology & Neurosciences 150
Pharmacology & Toxicology 114
Cell Biology & Anatomical Sciences 99
Microbiology Science & Immunology 97

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