Biochemistry at American University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Biochemistry, consider the program at American University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
American University sits in Washington, DC.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 8 biochemistry degrees were awarded at American University.
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Studying Online at American University
Many students take online classes at American University. Among 12,321 students, 895 (7%) studied exclusively online and 1,822 (15%) took at least some classes online.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Biochemistry graduates at American University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Biochemistry graduates at American University are 62% women (5) and 38% men (3).
Biochemistry Bachelor’s Program at American University
Of the 8 bachelor’s biochemistry degrees awarded at American University, 62% were women (5) and 38% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biochemistry bachelor’s degree recipients at American University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 38% of Biochemistry bachelor’s degree recipients at American University, below the national average of 43%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Top-Paying Careers for Biochemistry Graduates
Those who complete Biochemistry program at American University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Biochemistry graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | $111,314 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Biochemists and Biophysicists | $107,979 |
| Food Science Technicians | $100,898 |
| Biological Technicians | $100,160 |
| Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $41,048 |
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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