Biological & Physical Science at Blue Ridge Community College
If you are interested in studying Biological & Physical Science, take a look at what Blue Ridge Community College. Get started with the following essential facts.
Blue Ridge Community College sits in Weyers Cave, VA.
During the most recent reporting year, 49 biological & physical science degrees were awarded at Blue Ridge Community College.
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Studying Online at Blue Ridge Community College
Many students take online classes at Blue Ridge Community College. Among 3,790 students, 1,138 (30%) studied exclusively online and 1,255 (33%) took at least some classes online.
Biological & Physical Science Rankings at Blue Ridge Community College
These rankings give you a sense of how Blue Ridge Community College’s Biological & Physical Science program against other schools offering the same major.
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #7 of 13 |
| Best Value | Virginia | #9 of 13 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #12 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #13 of 19 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #123 of 190 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #155 of 191 |
Earnings for Biological & Physical Science Graduates from Blue Ridge Community College
Graduates of Blue Ridge Community College’s Biological & Physical Science program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $30,467 |
| 2 years | $26,739 |
| 4 years | $52,894 |
| 5 years | $54,897 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Biological & Physical Science graduates from Blue Ridge Community College earn a median of $52,894, compared with $41,161 for all Blue Ridge Community College graduates — about 29% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Biological & Physical Science graduates from Blue Ridge Community College is $8,650.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Biological & Physical Science graduates at Blue Ridge Community College, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Biological & Physical Science graduates at Blue Ridge Community College are 27% women (13) and 73% men (36).
Biological & Physical Science Associate’s Program at Blue Ridge Community College
Of the 49 associate’s biological & physical science degrees awarded at Blue Ridge Community College, 27% were women (13) and 73% were men (36).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biological & Physical Science associate’s degree recipients at Blue Ridge Community College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 31 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 8 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 5 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 24% of Biological & Physical Science associate’s degree recipients at Blue Ridge Community College, below the national average of 66%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Biological & Physical Science Concentrations at Blue Ridge Community College
The Biological & Physical Science program at Blue Ridge Community College breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biological & Physical Sciences | 49 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Biological & Physical Science Graduates
Students who finish Biological & Physical Science program at Blue Ridge Community College go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-paying careers for Biological & Physical Science graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $77,927 |
| Postsecondary Teachers, All Other | $68,967 |
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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