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Biological & Biomedical Sciences Schools in Connecticut

2,256 students earned Biological & Biomedical Sciences degrees in Connecticut in the 2020-2021 year.

In terms of popularity, Biological & Biomedical Sciences is the 6th most popular major in the state out of a total 35 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Biological & Biomedical Sciences Majors in Connecticut

Biological & Biomedical Sciences majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 1,557
Master’s Degree 490
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 131
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 131
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 131
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 54
Post-Master’s Certificate 54
Associate Degree 23
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 1
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 1
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 1

Gender Distribution

In Connecticut, a biological and biomedical sciences major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of biological and biomedical sciences majors in Connecticut is as follows:

  • Asian: 13.4%
  • Black or African American: 8.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 10.9%
  • White: 52.5%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 8.6%
  • Other Races: 6.5%
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Jobs for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Grads in Connecticut

There are 32,950 people in the state and 2,967,610 people in the nation working in biological and biomedical sciences jobs.

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Wages for Biological & Biomedical Sciences Jobs in Connecticut

A typical salary for a biological and biomedical sciences grad in the state is $100,340, compared to a typical salary of $92,600 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in Connecticut that offer biological and biomedical sciences degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

659 Degrees in Major Awarded
85% Graduation Rate
27,215 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.00%. The student to faculty ratio is 16 to 1. This public school has an average net price of $22,974.

#2

Yale University

New Haven
472 Degrees in Major Awarded
97% Graduation Rate
12,060 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 61% get financial aid. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 4 to 1. 72% of the teachers are full time.

182 Degrees in Major Awarded
77% Graduation Rate
9,746 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $41,230. 42% of the teachers are full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 15 to 1.

153 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
10,652 Total Students

The average student takes 4.58 years to complete their degree at CCSU. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $16,723. The full-time teacher rate is 49%.

118 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
6,961 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 99% of students receive it. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $45,887 a year. 37% of the teachers are full time.

#6

Connecticut College

New London
89 Degrees in Major Awarded
81% Graduation Rate
1,737 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $30,977. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 74% are considered full time. 98% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

69 Degrees in Major Awarded
70% Graduation Rate
9,313 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $42,431. Graduates earn an average $53,558 after graduation. The 2.10% student loan default rate is lower than average.

69 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
9,331 Total Students

In their early career, SCSU grads earn an average salary of $42,096. 48% of the teachers are full time. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $20,830.

#9

Trinity College

Hartford
68 Degrees in Major Awarded
84% Graduation Rate
2,241 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 56% of students receive it. The student to faculty ratio is 9 to 1. The average student takes 4.06 years to complete their degree at Trinity Bantams.

#10

Wesleyan University

Middletown
63 Degrees in Major Awarded
89% Graduation Rate
3,053 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 1.10% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Of all the students who attend this school, 48% get financial aid. 89% of the teachers are full time.

Biological & Biomedical Sciences Careers in CT

Some of the careers biological and biomedical sciences majors go into include:

Job Title CT Job Growth CT Median Salary
Statisticians 37% $93,980
Software Applications Developers 29% $100,150
Health Specialties Professors 19% $107,700
Life Scientists 13% $0
Computer Workers 12% $99,730
Biochemists and Biophysicists 12% $0
Medical Scientists 11% $111,840
Exercise Physiologists 10% $55,340
Natural Sciences Managers 9% $156,340
Microbiologists 9% $69,260
Biological Science Professors 9% $97,520
Biological Scientists 7% $91,320
Epidemiologists 0% $83,810
High School Teachers -3% $76,770

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to biological and biomedical sciences.

Major Annual Graduates in CT
Engineering 2,153
Computer & Information Sciences 1,227
Mathematics & Statistics 991
Physical Sciences 627
Natural Resources & Conservation 388
Engineering Technologies 316
Agriculture 248
Architecture/Urban Planning 126

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