Biological & Biomedical Sciences at Grinnell College
What traits are you looking for in a school for Biological & Biomedical Sciences, take a look at what Grinnell College. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Grinnell College is in Grinnell, IA.
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Studying Online at Grinnell College
Grinnell College delivers most coursework on campus; distance-education enrollment is limited.
Biological & Biomedical Sciences Rankings at Grinnell College
Use these rankings to compare Grinnell College’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Iowa | #1 of 19 |
| Best Value | Iowa | #3 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #6 of 122 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #25 of 121 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #86 of 1,326 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #432 of 1,303 |
Earnings for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates from Grinnell College
Students who complete Grinnell College’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $25,567 |
| 2 years | $30,413 |
| 4 years | $52,273 |
| 5 years | $70,630 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Grinnell College earn a median of $52,273, compared with $64,044 for all Grinnell College graduates — about 18% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Grinnell College is $17,024.
Best-Paid Careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Biological & Biomedical Sciences program at Grinnell College pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates, 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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