Biological & Biomedical Sciences at Drake University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Biological & Biomedical Sciences, consider the program at Drake University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Drake University is in Des Moines, IA.
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Online Class Availability at Drake University
Distance learning is available at Drake University. Of 4,345 students, 546 (13%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 844 (19%) took at least some classes online.
Biological & Biomedical Sciences Rankings at Drake University
Use these rankings to compare Drake University’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Iowa | #2 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #8 of 122 |
| Best Value | Iowa | #19 of 19 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #118 of 121 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #141 of 1,326 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1145 of 1,303 |
Earnings for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates from Drake University
Those who finish Drake University’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 | $26,414 |
| 2 years | $29,503 |
| 4 years | $63,077 |
| 5 years | $68,796 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Drake University earn a median of $63,077, compared with $72,425 for all Drake University graduates — about 13% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Drake University is $22,859.
Best-Paid Careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Biological & Biomedical Sciences program at Drake University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the highest-paying 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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