Biological & Biomedical Sciences at University of Hawaii at Hilo
If you are interested in studying Biological & Biomedical Sciences, consider the program at University of Hawaii at Hilo. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Hawaii at Hilo is located in Hilo, HI.
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Online Class Availability at University of Hawaii at Hilo
Distance learning is available at University of Hawaii at Hilo. Among 2,668 students, 489 (18%) studied exclusively online and 1,237 (46%) took at least some classes online.
Biological & Biomedical Sciences Rankings at University of Hawaii at Hilo
Use these rankings to compare University of Hawaii at Hilo’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #105 of 192 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #182 of 196 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #373 of 1,303 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1058 of 1,326 |
Earnings for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates from University of Hawaii at Hilo
Students who complete University of Hawaii at Hilo’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $25,626 |
| 2 years | $29,241 |
| 3 years | $32,827 |
| 4 years | $47,824 |
| 5 years | $50,506 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from University of Hawaii at Hilo take home a median $47,824, compared with $59,165 for all University of Hawaii at Hilo graduates — about 19% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from University of Hawaii at Hilo comes in at $22,625.
Highest-Paying Careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Biological & Biomedical Sciences program at University of Hawaii at Hilo pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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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