Biological & Biomedical Sciences at Shepherd University
If you plan to study Biological & Biomedical Sciences, you may want to check out the program at Shepherd University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Shepherd University is in Shepherdstown, WV.
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Studying Online at Shepherd University
Online coursework is an option at Shepherd University. Among 3,339 students, 461 (14%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,673 (50%) took at least some classes online.
Biological & Biomedical Sciences Rankings at Shepherd University
These rankings give you a sense of how Shepherd University’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | West Virginia | #2 of 9 |
| Best Value | West Virginia | #4 of 9 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #40 of 301 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #56 of 304 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #276 of 1,303 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #428 of 1,326 |
Earnings for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates from Shepherd University
Graduates of Shepherd 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 | $25,225 |
| 2 years | $35,416 |
| 3 years | $38,312 |
| 5 years | $57,987 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Shepherd University is $21,937.
Best-Paid Careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Biological & Biomedical Sciences program at Shepherd University work across a variety of fields. Below are the top-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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