Biochemistry & Biophysics at Amherst College
If you plan to study Biochemistry & Biophysics, take a look at what Amherst College. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Amherst College sits in Amherst, MA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 24 biochemistry & biophysics graduations were recorded at Amherst College.
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Online & Distance Learning at Amherst College
Amherst College primarily offers on-campus instruction; distance-education enrollment is limited.
Biochemistry & Biophysics Rankings at Amherst College
Rankings can help you compare Amherst College’s Biochemistry & Biophysics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #2 of 17 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #2 of 29 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #9 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #16 of 29 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #104 of 288 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #117 of 293 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Biochemistry & Biophysics graduates at Amherst College, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Biochemistry & Biophysics graduates at Amherst College are 67% women (16) and 33% men (8).
Biochemistry & Biophysics Bachelor’s Program at Amherst College
Among the 24 bachelor’s biochemistry & biophysics graduates at Amherst College, 67% were women (16) and 33% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biochemistry & Biophysics bachelor’s degree recipients at Amherst College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 8 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Minority students account for 75% of Biochemistry & Biophysics bachelor’s degree recipients at Amherst College, above the national average of 43%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Biochemistry & Biophysics Concentrations at Amherst College
The Biochemistry & Biophysics program at Amherst College includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Other Biochemistry & Biophysics | 24 |
Top-Paying Careers for Biochemistry & Biophysics Graduates
Those who complete Biochemistry & Biophysics program at Amherst College go on to a range of careers. Below are the highest-paying careers for Biochemistry & Biophysics 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 |
| Molecular and Cellular Biologists | $100,077 |
| Bioinformatics Scientists | $92,484 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $79,550 |
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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