Biochemistry at Fairfield University
If you plan to study Biochemistry, consider the program at Fairfield University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Fairfield University sits in Fairfield, CT.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 6 biochemistry degrees were awarded at Fairfield University.
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Studying Online at Fairfield University
Online coursework is an option at Fairfield University. Of 6,864 students, 556 (8%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,393 (20%) took at least some classes online.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Biochemistry graduates at Fairfield University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Biochemistry graduates at Fairfield University are 67% women (4) and 33% men (2).
Biochemistry Bachelor’s Program at Fairfield University
Among the 6 bachelor’s biochemistry degrees awarded at Fairfield University, 67% were women (4) and 33% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biochemistry bachelor’s degree recipients at Fairfield University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 17% of Biochemistry bachelor’s degree recipients at Fairfield University, below the national average of 43%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Highest-Paying Careers for Biochemistry Graduates
Graduates of the Biochemistry program at Fairfield University work across a variety of fields. Below are the top-paying careers for Biochemistry majors, 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 |
| Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $41,048 |
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
More about our data sources and methodologies.