Biological & Biomedical Sciences at Missouri Western State University
If you plan to study Biological & Biomedical Sciences, consider the program at Missouri Western State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Missouri Western State University is located in Saint Joseph, MO.
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Online & Distance Learning at Missouri Western State University
Distance learning is available at Missouri Western State University. Of 3,716 students, 328 (9%) studied exclusively online and 1,585 (43%) took at least some classes online.
Biological & Biomedical Sciences Rankings at Missouri Western State University
Use these rankings to compare Missouri Western State University’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Missouri | #10 of 35 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #21 of 121 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Missouri | #26 of 35 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #103 of 122 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #379 of 1,303 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #961 of 1,326 |
Earnings for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates from Missouri Western State University
Graduates of Missouri Western State 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 | $24,121 |
| 2 years | $37,568 |
| 3 years | $31,807 |
| 4 years | $44,841 |
| 5 years | $48,681 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Missouri Western State University take home a median $44,841, compared with $45,904 for all Missouri Western State University graduates — about 2% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Missouri Western State University comes in at $24,935.
Best-Paid Careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Biological & Biomedical Sciences program at Missouri Western State University pursue many career paths. 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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