Biological & Biomedical Sciences at Elmhurst University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Biological & Biomedical Sciences, you may want to check out the program at Elmhurst University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Elmhurst University is located in Elmhurst, IL.
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Studying Online at Elmhurst University
Many students take online classes at Elmhurst University. Among 3,997 students, 604 (15%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,564 (39%) took at least some classes online.
Biological & Biomedical Sciences Rankings at Elmhurst University
Use these rankings to compare Elmhurst University’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #26 of 42 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #30 of 44 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #99 of 176 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #101 of 174 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #800 of 1,326 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #823 of 1,303 |
Earnings for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates from Elmhurst University
Graduates of Elmhurst 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 | $33,732 |
| 2 years | $28,236 |
| 3 years | $34,425 |
| 4 years | $41,268 |
| 5 years | $58,884 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Elmhurst University take home a median $41,268, compared with $68,641 for all Elmhurst University graduates — about 40% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Elmhurst University stands at $24,287.
Highest-Paying Careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Biological & Biomedical Sciences program at Elmhurst University go on to a range of careers. Here are the top-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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