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Other Biological Sciences Schools in California

642 Biomedical Science students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

As a degree choice, Other Biological Sciences is the 171st most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Other Biological Sciences Majors in California

Biomedical Science majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 381
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 381
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 381
Associate Degree 179
Bachelor’s Degree 69
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 11
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 11
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 11
Master’s Degree 2

Gender Distribution

In California, a biomedical science major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of biomedical science majors in California is as follows:

  • Asian: 34.0%
  • Black or African American: 4.7%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 31.8%
  • White: 19.3%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 1.9%
  • Other Races: 8.4%
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Jobs for Other Biological Sciences Grads in California

In this state, there are 24,850 people employed in jobs related to a biomedical science degree, compared to 161,520 nationwide.

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Wages for Other Biological Sciences Jobs in California

In this state, biomedical science grads earn an average of $108,880. Nationwide, they make an average of $89,150.

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There are 7 colleges in California that offer biomedical science degrees. Learn about the most popular 7 below:

179 Degrees in Major Awarded
9,251 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 69% get financial aid. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $6,086. In their early career, Solano College grads earn an average salary of $30,983.

60 Degrees in Major Awarded
42% Graduation Rate
11,745 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 5.70%. In their early career, CSUB grads earn an average salary of $40,335. The full-time teacher rate is 52%.

9 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
15,953 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.28 years to graduate. The student to faculty ratio is 4 to 1. 70% of students get financical aid.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
66% Graduation Rate
3,995 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 4.50% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Graduates earn an average $42,603 after graduation. Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid.

#5

Scripps College

Claremont
3 Degrees in Major Awarded
88% Graduation Rate
958 Total Students

55% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. 9 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. This private school has an average net price of $33,573.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
92% Graduation Rate
46,287 Total Students

70% of students get financical aid. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 62% are considered full time. Most students complete their degree in 4.17 years.

#7

Loma Linda University

Loma Linda
1 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,468 Total Students

94% of the teachers are full time. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $78,124 after earning their degree at this institution. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 0.60%.

Other Biological Sciences Careers in CA

Some of the careers biomedical science majors go into include:

Job Title CA Job Growth CA Median Salary
Biological Science Professors 19% $116,420
Biological Scientists 12% $87,760
Natural Sciences Managers 11% $150,350
Life Scientists 11% $94,220

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to biomedical science.

Major Annual Graduates in CA
General Biology 14,026
Cell Biology & Anatomical Sciences 2,320
Biochemistry & Biophysics 2,064
Neurobiology & Neurosciences 1,537
Ecology & Systematics Biology 730
Physiology & Pathology Sciences 595
Microbiology Science & Immunology 594
Biomathematics & Bioinformatics 353

View all majors related to Other Biological Sciences

View Nationwide Other Biological Sciences Report

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