Biochemistry at New Mexico State University-Main Campus
If you plan to study Biochemistry, consider the program at New Mexico State University-Main Campus. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
New Mexico State University-Main Campus sits in Las Cruces, NM.
During the most recent reporting year, 12 biochemistry graduations were recorded at New Mexico State University-Main Campus.
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Studying Online at New Mexico State University-Main Campus
Distance learning is available at New Mexico State University-Main Campus. Of 15,408 students, 3,649 (24%) studied exclusively online and 6,713 (44%) took at least some classes online.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Biochemistry graduates at New Mexico State University-Main Campus, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Biochemistry graduates at New Mexico State University-Main Campus are 58% women (7) and 42% men (5).
Biochemistry Bachelor’s Program at New Mexico State University-Main Campus
Of the 12 bachelor’s biochemistry degrees awarded at New Mexico State University-Main Campus, 58% were women (7) and 42% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biochemistry bachelor’s degree recipients at New Mexico State University-Main Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 8 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 67% of Biochemistry bachelor’s degree recipients at New Mexico State University-Main Campus, higher than 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
Those who complete Biochemistry program at New Mexico State University-Main Campus go on to a range of careers. Below are the best-paid careers for Biochemistry graduates, 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
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