Biological & Biomedical Sciences at College of Western Idaho
If you are interested in studying Biological & Biomedical Sciences, take a look at what College of Western Idaho. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
College of Western Idaho is located in Nampa, ID.
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Online & Distance Learning at College of Western Idaho
Many students take online classes at College of Western Idaho. Of 11,015 students, 2,529 (23%) studied exclusively online and 2,535 (23%) took at least some classes online.
Biological & Biomedical Sciences Rankings at College of Western Idaho
These rankings give you a sense of how College of Western Idaho’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program against peer institutions.
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Idaho | #3 of 8 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #7 of 44 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Idaho | #8 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #44 of 44 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #269 of 1,303 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1252 of 1,326 |
Earnings for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates from College of Western Idaho
Students who complete College of Western Idaho’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $24,860 |
| 2 years | $25,967 |
| 3 years | $26,381 |
| 4 years | $31,411 |
| 5 years | $42,456 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from College of Western Idaho report median earnings of $31,411, compared with $42,155 for all College of Western Idaho graduates — about 25% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from College of Western Idaho stands at $20,993.
Best-Paid Careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Biological & Biomedical Sciences program at College of Western Idaho work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $159,837 |
| Cytotechnologists | $155,812 |
| Cytogenetic Technologists | $155,361 |
| Exercise Physiologists | $144,072 |
| Business Intelligence Analysts | $143,840 |
| Information Security Engineers | $142,543 |
| Computer Systems Engineers/Architects | $140,795 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Histotechnologists | $125,527 |
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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