Biochemistry & Biophysics at Swarthmore College
If you plan to study Biochemistry & Biophysics, consider the program at Swarthmore College. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Swarthmore College is in Swarthmore, PA.
During the most recent reporting year, 11 biochemistry & biophysics graduations were recorded at Swarthmore College.
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Studying Online at Swarthmore College
Swarthmore College primarily offers on-campus instruction; distance-education enrollment is limited.
Biochemistry & Biophysics Rankings at Swarthmore College
Rankings can help you compare Swarthmore College’s Biochemistry & Biophysics program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #1 of 21 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #7 of 21 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #10 of 58 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #21 of 60 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #86 of 293 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #108 of 288 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Biochemistry & Biophysics graduates at Swarthmore College, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Biochemistry & Biophysics graduates at Swarthmore College are 45% women (5) and 55% men (6).
Biochemistry & Biophysics Bachelor’s Program at Swarthmore College
Among the 11 bachelor’s biochemistry & biophysics graduates at Swarthmore College, 45% were women (5) and 55% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biochemistry & Biophysics bachelor’s degree recipients at Swarthmore College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 55% of Biochemistry & Biophysics bachelor’s degree recipients at Swarthmore College, 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.
More Specific Biochemistry & Biophysics Concentrations at Swarthmore College
This Biochemistry & Biophysics program at Swarthmore College breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biochemistry | 9 |
| Biophysics | 2 |
Top-Paying Careers for Biochemistry & Biophysics Graduates
Those who complete Biochemistry & Biophysics program at Swarthmore College go on to a range of careers. Here are the top-paying careers for Biochemistry & Biophysics 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 |
| Molecular and Cellular Biologists | $100,077 |
| Bioinformatics Scientists | $92,484 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $79,550 |
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
More about our data sources and methodologies.