Biotechnology Schools in Illinois
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Jobs for Biotechnology Grads in Illinois
There are 5,890 people in the state and 213,830 people in the nation working in Biotech jobs.
Wages for Biotechnology Jobs in Illinois
In this state, Biotech grads earn an average of $129,636. Nationwide, they make an average of $135,129.
Most Popular Biotechnology Programs in IL
Our data covers 5 colleges in Illinois offering Biotech degrees. Learn about the most popular 5 below:
Graduates earn a median salary of $73,331 in their first year after graduation. The school admits about 7% of applicants. 97% of full-time students return after their first year.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $88,901 a year.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $47,662 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 78%, getting in takes some planning. 78% of full-time students return after their first year.
Graduates earn a median salary of $53,513 in their first year after graduation. The school admits about 44% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 94%.
Graduates earn a median salary of $42,417 in their first year after graduation. About 94% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 62%.
Biotechnology Careers in IL
Some of the careers Biotech majors go into include:
| Job Title | Nationwide Job Growth | Nationwide Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Clinical Research Coordinators | 10% | $110,931 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | 9% | $79,550 |
| Molecular and Cellular Biologists | 9% | $100,077 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | 9% | $132,227 |
| Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary | 6% | $41,048 |
| Bioinformatics Scientists | 5% | $92,484 |
| Water Resource Specialists | 0% | $179,716 |
| Geneticists | -1% | $48,526 |
| Biologists | -4% | $54,070 |
Related Majors in Illinois
Below are some popular majors that are similar to Biotech.
| Major | Annual Graduates Nationwide |
|---|---|
| General Biology | 101,585 |
| Biochemistry & Biophysics | 13,820 |
| Neurobiology & Neurosciences | 12,819 |
| Physiology & Pathology Sciences | 11,175 |
| Ecology & Systematics Biology | 9,295 |
| Cell Biology & Anatomical Sciences | 6,355 |
| Microbiology Science & Immunology | 4,711 |
| Other Biological Sciences | 4,612 |
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