Biochemistry & Biophysics at Towson University
If you are interested in studying Biochemistry & Biophysics, consider the program at Towson University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Towson University is in Towson, MD.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 33 biochemistry & biophysics degrees were granted at Towson University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Towson University
Many students take online classes at Towson University. Among 19,401 students, 1,638 (8%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 6,422 (33%) took at least some classes online.
Biochemistry & Biophysics Rankings at Towson University
These rankings give you a sense of how Towson University’s Biochemistry & Biophysics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Maryland | #2 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Maryland | #3 of 6 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #5 of 58 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #32 of 60 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #79 of 288 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #112 of 293 |
Earnings for Biochemistry & Biophysics Graduates from Towson University
Students who complete Towson University’s Biochemistry & Biophysics program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $31,494 |
| 2 years | $39,369 |
| 3 years | $61,706 |
| 4 years | $64,819 |
| 5 years | $90,110 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Biochemistry & Biophysics graduates from Towson University earn a median of $64,819, compared with $62,991 for all Towson University graduates — about 3% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Biochemistry & Biophysics graduates from Towson University comes in at $22,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Biochemistry & Biophysics graduates at Towson University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Biochemistry & Biophysics graduates at Towson University are 67% women (22) and 33% men (11).
Biochemistry & Biophysics Bachelor’s Program at Towson University
Among the 33 bachelor’s biochemistry & biophysics graduates at Towson University, 67% were women (22) and 33% were men (11).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biochemistry & Biophysics bachelor’s degree recipients at Towson University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 6 |
| Black / African American | 12 |
| Asian | 6 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 76% of Biochemistry & Biophysics bachelor’s degree recipients at Towson University, above 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 Towson University
The Biochemistry & Biophysics program at Towson University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Other Biochemistry & Biophysics | 33 |
Top-Paying Careers for Biochemistry & Biophysics Graduates
Those who complete Biochemistry & Biophysics program at Towson University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the highest-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.