Biological & Biomedical Sciences at Valparaiso University
If you plan to study Biological & Biomedical Sciences, consider the program at Valparaiso University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Valparaiso University sits in Valparaiso, IN.
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Online & Distance Learning at Valparaiso University
Distance learning is available at Valparaiso University. Of 2,579 students, 112 (4%) studied exclusively online and 930 (36%) took at least some classes online.
Biological & Biomedical Sciences Rankings at Valparaiso University
These rankings give you a sense of how Valparaiso University’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Indiana | #19 of 32 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Indiana | #22 of 32 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #108 of 174 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #126 of 176 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #868 of 1,303 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #944 of 1,326 |
Earnings for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates from Valparaiso University
Graduates of Valparaiso University’s Biological & Biomedical Sciences program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $27,179 |
| 2 years | $28,236 |
| 3 years | $35,492 |
| 4 years | $50,744 |
| 5 years | $56,922 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Valparaiso University earn a median of $50,744, compared with $66,064 for all Valparaiso University graduates — about 23% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates from Valparaiso University is $27,000.
Highest-Paying Careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Biological & Biomedical Sciences program at Valparaiso University pursue many career paths. Below are the top-paying careers for Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates, 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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