Biochemistry & Biophysics at University of South Carolina-Columbia
If you plan to study Biochemistry & Biophysics, you may want to check out the program at University of South Carolina-Columbia. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of South Carolina-Columbia is located in Columbia, SC.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 48 biochemistry & biophysics degrees were granted at University of South Carolina-Columbia.
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Studying Online at University of South Carolina-Columbia
Many students take online classes at University of South Carolina-Columbia. Of 38,532 students, 3,519 (9%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 21,675 (56%) took at least some classes online.
Biochemistry & Biophysics Rankings at University of South Carolina-Columbia
Rankings can help you compare University of South Carolina-Columbia’s Biochemistry & Biophysics program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #2 of 4 |
| Best Value | South Carolina | #4 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #20 of 36 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #27 of 36 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #182 of 288 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #224 of 293 |
Earnings for Biochemistry & Biophysics Graduates from University of South Carolina-Columbia
Those who finish University of South Carolina-Columbia’s Biochemistry & Biophysics program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $25,473 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Biochemistry & Biophysics graduates from University of South Carolina-Columbia is $26,300.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Biochemistry & Biophysics graduates at University of South Carolina-Columbia, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Biochemistry & Biophysics graduates at University of South Carolina-Columbia are 56% women (27) and 44% men (21).
Biochemistry & Biophysics Bachelor’s Program at University of South Carolina-Columbia
Of the 48 bachelor’s biochemistry & biophysics degrees awarded at University of South Carolina-Columbia, 56% were women (27) and 44% were men (21).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biochemistry & Biophysics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of South Carolina-Columbia.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 28 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 7 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Minority students account for 38% of Biochemistry & Biophysics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of South Carolina-Columbia, lower 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 University of South Carolina-Columbia
The Biochemistry & Biophysics program at University of South Carolina-Columbia offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biochemistry & Molecular Biology | 48 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Biochemistry & Biophysics Graduates
Graduates of the Biochemistry & Biophysics program at University of South Carolina-Columbia work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks 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.