Biological Engineering at University of Missouri-Columbia
What traits are you looking for in a school for Biological Engineering, take a look at what University of Missouri-Columbia. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Missouri-Columbia is in Columbia, MO.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 27 biological engineering graduations were recorded at University of Missouri-Columbia.
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Studying Online at University of Missouri-Columbia
Many students take online classes at University of Missouri-Columbia. Of 31,543 students, 3,557 (11%) studied exclusively online and 12,572 (40%) took at least some classes online.
Biological Engineering Rankings at University of Missouri-Columbia
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Missouri-Columbia’s Biological Engineering program against other schools offering the same major.
Earnings for Biological Engineering Graduates from University of Missouri-Columbia
Graduates of University of Missouri-Columbia’s Biological Engineering program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $56,251 |
| 2 years | $46,321 |
| 3 years | $53,985 |
| 4 years | $64,760 |
| 5 years | $77,295 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Biological Engineering graduates from University of Missouri-Columbia take home a median $64,760, compared with $65,467 for all University of Missouri-Columbia graduates — about 1% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Biological Engineering graduates from University of Missouri-Columbia comes in at $24,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Biological Engineering graduates at University of Missouri-Columbia, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Biological Engineering graduates at University of Missouri-Columbia are 63% women (17) and 37% men (10).
Biological Engineering Bachelor’s Program at University of Missouri-Columbia
Of the 9 bachelor’s biological engineering graduates at University of Missouri-Columbia, 78% were women (7) and 22% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biological Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Missouri-Columbia.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 11% of Biological Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Missouri-Columbia, lower than the national average of 31%.*
Biological Engineering Master’s Program at University of Missouri-Columbia
Among the 9 master’s biological engineering graduates at University of Missouri-Columbia, 67% were women (6) and 33% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biological Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Missouri-Columbia.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
Minority students account for 11% of Biological Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Missouri-Columbia, lower than the national average of 24%.*
Biological Engineering Doctoral Program at University of Missouri-Columbia
Of the 5 doctoral biological engineering degrees awarded at University of Missouri-Columbia, 40% were women (2) and 60% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biological Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of Missouri-Columbia.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Biological Engineering Concentrations at University of Missouri-Columbia
The Biological Engineering program at University of Missouri-Columbia includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biological/Biosystems Engineering | 27 |
Best-Paid Careers for Biological Engineering Graduates
Students who finish Biological Engineering program at University of Missouri-Columbia pursue many career paths. Here are the top-paying careers for Biological Engineering majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Engineers, All Other | $136,628 |
| Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers | $121,651 |
| Solar Energy Systems Engineers | $116,775 |
| Mechatronics Engineers | $115,569 |
| Microsystems Engineers | $104,558 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $101,277 |
| Wind Energy Engineers | $98,460 |
| Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers | $89,263 |
| Photonics Engineers | $84,667 |
| Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary | $79,889 |
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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