Biochemistry at University of Kentucky
If you plan to study Biochemistry, consider the program at University of Kentucky. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Kentucky is located in Lexington, KY.
During the most recent reporting year, 9 biochemistry degrees were granted at University of Kentucky.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Kentucky
Many students take online classes at University of Kentucky. Of 34,709 students, 5,063 (15%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 13,126 (38%) took at least some classes online.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Biochemistry graduates at University of Kentucky, by degree type.
Program-wide, Biochemistry graduates at University of Kentucky are 78% women (7) and 22% men (2).
Biochemistry Doctoral Program at University of Kentucky
Among the 9 doctoral biochemistry degrees awarded at University of Kentucky, 78% were women (7) and 22% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biochemistry doctoral degree recipients at University of Kentucky.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 22% of Biochemistry doctoral degree recipients at University of Kentucky, lower than the national average of 29%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Top-Paying Careers for Biochemistry Graduates
Students who finish Biochemistry program at University of Kentucky pursue many career paths. Here are the highest-paying careers for Biochemistry majors, 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 |
| Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $41,048 |
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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