Biomathematics
Types of Degrees Biomathematics Majors Are Getting
The following table lists how many biomathematics graduations there were for each degree level during the last year for which data was available.
Education Level | Number of Grads |
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Bachelor’s Degree | 103 |
Master’s Degree | 44 |
Doctor’s Degree | 39 |
Graduate Certificate | 7 |
Basic Certificate | 5 |
Undergraduate Certificate | 1 |
What Biomathematics Majors Need to Know
People with careers related to biomathematics were asked what knowledge areas, skills, and abilities were important for their jobs. They weighted these areas on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the highest.
Knowledge Areas for Biomathematics Majors
According to O*NET survey takers, a major in biomathematics should prepare you for careers in which you will need to be knowledgeable in the following areas:
- English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
- Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
- Biology - Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
- Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
- Chemistry - Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
Skills for Biomathematics Majors
When studying biomathematics, you’ll learn many skills that will help you be successful in a wide range of jobs - even those that do not require a degree in the field. The following is a list of some of the most common skills needed for careers associated with this major:
- Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
- Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
- Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
- Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
- Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Abilities for Biomathematics Majors
Biomathematics majors often go into careers where the following abilities are vital:
- Written Comprehension - The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
- Oral Expression - The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
- Oral Comprehension - The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
- Written Expression - The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
- Deductive Reasoning - The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
What Can You Do With a Biomathematics Major?
Below is a list of occupations associated with biomathematics:
Job Title | Job Growth Rate | Median Salary |
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Bioinformatics Scientists | 8.0% | $79,590 |
Biological Science Professors | 15.1% | $82,550 |
Clinical Research Coordinators | 9.9% | $123,860 |
Natural Sciences Managers | 9.9% | $123,860 |
Water Resource Specialists | 9.9% | $123,860 |
Who Is Getting a Bachelor’s Degree in Biomathematics?
Racial-Ethnic Diversity
At the countrywide level, the racial-ethnic distribution of biomathematics majors is as follows:
Race/Ethnicity | Number of Grads |
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Asian | 43 |
Black or African American | 2 |
Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
White | 24 |
International Students | 20 |
Other Races/Ethnicities | 11 |
Geographic Diversity
Americans aren’t the only ones with an interest in Biomathematics. About 19.4% of those with this major are international students.
Amount of Education Required for Careers Related to Biomathematics
Some degrees associated with biomathematics may require an advanced degree, while others may not even require a bachelor’s in the field. In general, the more advanced your degree the more career options will open up to you. However, there is significant time and money that needs to be invested into your education so weigh the pros and cons.
Find out what the typical degree level is for biomathematics careers below.
Education Level | Percentage of Workers |
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High School Diploma - or the equivalent (for example, GED) | 1.6% |
Post-Secondary Certificate - awarded for training completed after high school (for example, in agriculture or natural resources, computer services, personal or culinary services, engineering technologies, healthcare, construction trades, mechanic and repair technologies, or precision production) | 1.7% |
Associate’s Degree (or other 2-year degree) | 2.3% |
Bachelor’s Degree | 36.1% |
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate - awarded for completion of an organized program of study; designed for people who have completed a Baccalaureate degree but do not meet the requirements of academic degrees carrying the title of Master. | 2.0% |
Master’s Degree | 19.2% |
Post-Master’s Certificate - awarded for completion of an organized program of study; designed for people who have completed a Master’s degree but do not meet the requirements of academic degrees at the doctoral level. | 0.8% |
Doctoral Degree | 18.5% |
Post-Doctoral Training | 18.0% |
Online Biomathematics Programs
The following table lists the number of programs by degree level, along with how many schools offered online courses in the field.
Degree Level | Colleges Offering Programs | Colleges Offering Online Classes |
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Certificate (Less Than 1 Year) | 0 | 0 |
Certificate (1-2 years) | 0 | 0 |
Certificate (2-4 Years) | 1 | 0 |
Associate’s Degree | 0 | 0 |
Bachelor’s Degree | 4 | 0 |
Post-Baccalaureate | 0 | 0 |
Master’s Degree | 11 | 0 |
Post-Master’s | 0 | 0 |
Doctor’s Degree (Research) | 8 | 0 |
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) | 0 | 0 |
Doctor’s Degree (Other) | 0 | 0 |
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Majors Related to Biomathematics
You may also be interested in one of the following majors related to biomathematics.
Major | Number of Grads |
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Biostatistics | 1,610 |
Bioinformatics | 1,245 |
Computational Biology | 319 |
Biometry/Biometrics | 132 |
References
*The racial-ethnic minorities count is calculated by taking the total number of students and subtracting white students, international students, and students whose race/ethnicity was unknown. This number is then divided by the total number of students at the school to obtain the racial-ethnic minorities percentage.
- College Factual
- College Scorecard
- National Center for Education Statistics
- O*NET Online
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
- Usual Weekly Earnings of Wage and Salary Workers First Quarter 2020
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