Biological & Biomedical Sciences at Northern Kentucky University
If you are interested in studying Biological & Biomedical Sciences, take a look at what Northern Kentucky University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Northern Kentucky University is located in Highland Heights, KY.
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Online & Distance Learning at Northern Kentucky University
Many students take online classes at Northern Kentucky University. Of 15,347 students, 6,624 (43%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,682 (31%) took at least some classes online.
Biological & Biomedical Sciences Rankings at Northern Kentucky University
These rankings give you a sense of how Northern Kentucky University’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Kentucky | #1 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #3 of 18 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #6 of 301 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #80 of 304 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #109 of 1,303 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #596 of 1,326 |
Earnings for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates from Northern Kentucky University
Those who finish Northern Kentucky 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 | $31,157 |
| 2 years | $34,526 |
| 3 years | $41,940 |
| 4 years | $43,852 |
| 5 years | $56,236 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Northern Kentucky University earn a median of $43,852, compared with $63,438 for all Northern Kentucky University graduates — about 31% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Northern Kentucky University is $22,725.
Highest-Paying Careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Biological & Biomedical Sciences program at Northern Kentucky University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the highest-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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