Biological & Biomedical Sciences at Northwestern State University of Louisiana
What traits are you looking for in a school for Biological & Biomedical Sciences, consider the program at Northwestern State University of Louisiana. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Northwestern State University of Louisiana is located in Natchitoches, LA.
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Studying Online at Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Distance learning is available at Northwestern State University of Louisiana. Among 8,523 students, 4,083 (48%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,856 (34%) took at least some classes online.
Biological & Biomedical Sciences Rankings at Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Rankings can help you compare Northwestern State University of Louisiana’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Louisiana | #10 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Louisiana | #14 of 19 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #114 of 301 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #249 of 304 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #542 of 1,303 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1222 of 1,326 |
Earnings for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates from Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Those who finish Northwestern State University of Louisiana’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 | $21,223 |
| 2 years | $31,495 |
| 3 years | $31,882 |
| 4 years | $39,127 |
| 5 years | $47,666 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Northwestern State University of Louisiana report median earnings of $39,127, compared with $54,388 for all Northwestern State University of Louisiana graduates — about 28% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Northwestern State University of Louisiana comes in at $26,821.
Best-Paid Careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Biological & Biomedical Sciences program at Northwestern State University of Louisiana 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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