Biomedical Sciences: Program Overview, Universities, Careers & Salaries

Q: Which universities have the largest Biomedical Sciences programs?

Currently 301 accredited institutions offer Biomedical Sciences degrees across the U.S. Programs with the highest enrollment include University of South Florida (USF) (744 graduates), Texas A & M University, College Station (685 graduates), and Johns Hopkins University (JHU) (587 graduates).

Q: Is enrollment in Biomedical Sciences growing or declining?

Graduate numbers have increased over the past decade, rising from 3,137 in 2010 to 11,758 in 2023-24. This represents a 275% increase overall from 2010.

Q: What career paths are available with a Biomedical Sciences degree?

This degree prepares you for roles such as Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists, Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary, and Biological Technicians. Related occupations employ approximately 285,740 professionals nationwide.

Program Overview

Biomedical Sciences is an interdisciplinary field dedicated to advancing scientific understanding of biological processes central to human health and disease. This program equips students with a comprehensive foundation in the life sciences, emphasizing research-driven inquiry and the integration of knowledge across multiple biomedical domains.

Cellular and Molecular Biology: Explores the fundamental units of life, focusing on cellular structure, function, and the molecular mechanisms governing growth, division, and communication within living organisms.
Genetics and Genomics: Investigates the inheritance of traits, gene function, and the role of DNA in health and disease, including the analysis of genetic variation and its impact on human biology.
Physiology: Studies the mechanical, physical, and biochemical functions of human body systems, including cardiovascular, respiratory, nervous, and endocrine systems, to understand normal and pathological states.
Microbiology and Immunology: Examines microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, and fungi, along with the body’s defense mechanisms, to understand infection, immunity, and host-pathogen interactions.
Biochemistry: Analyzes the chemical processes and substances within living organisms, particularly the structure and function of proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, and nucleic acids in health and disease.
Pathophysiology: Focuses on the biological and physiological changes that occur during disease, linking molecular and cellular alterations to clinical manifestations.
Research Methodology and Experimental Design: Develops skills in scientific inquiry, data analysis, laboratory techniques, and ethical considerations essential for conducting rigorous biomedical research.

Biomedical Sciences Graduate Trends (2010-2024)

11,758

Total Graduates (2023-2024)

301

Universities & Colleges

Career Pathways

Career & Salary Outlook Schools Offering This Program Related Programs

Biomedical Sciences Career Pathways & Salary Outlook

The following table presents salary data for occupations typically aligned with Biomedical Sciences degrees, including Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists, Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary and Biological Technicians. These career paths represent common employment outcomes but are not guaranteed for all graduates. Salary ranges vary by location, employer, experience level, and specific role requirements. Nationally, these occupations employ approximately 285,740 professionals.

National Average Salaries

Occupation	Median Salary	Salary Range	Total Employment	Hourly Rate
Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists 19-1042	$100,590	$61,860 - $168,210	156,300	$48.36
Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary 25-1042	$83,460	$50,760 - $169,560	53,250	N/A
Biological Technicians 19-4021	$52,000	$38,060 - $81,990	76,190	$25.00

Salary Comparison

Data Source: Salary and employment data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program, May 2024 estimates, based on 3 related occupations. Career pathways mapped using CIP-SOC crosswalk from the National Center for Education Statistics.

*Salary Range Explanation: The salary range represents the 10th to 90th percentile, meaning 80% of workers in this occupation earn within this range. This excludes the lowest 10% and highest 10% of earners to provide a more realistic picture of typical compensation.

Important Disclaimer: Salary data represents national averages and varies by location, experience, employer, and market conditions. These statistics are estimates for general guidance and do not guarantee specific employment outcomes for graduates.

Biomedical Sciences Salary Map by State

Geographic location significantly impacts earning potential for these careers. Average salaries range from $55,610 in Mississippi to $107,040 in California—a 92% difference. The highest-paying states include California, New Jersey, and Connecticut. Nationwide, these occupations employ over 285,740 professionals across all states. Explore the interactive map below to compare regional compensation and identify optimal markets for your career goals.

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Top Universities for Biomedical Sciences by Graduate Enrollment

Below are the top 100 institutions offering Biomedical Sciences programs for the 2023-2024 academic year (the most recent data reported as of 2025), ranked by the number of graduates. The highest graduate enrollment in Biomedical Sciences is found at University of South Florida (USF) (744 graduates), Texas A & M University, College Station (685 graduates), Johns Hopkins University (JHU) (587 graduates), University of Central Florida (UCF) (432 graduates), and New York University (NYU) (349 graduates). Combined, these colleges produced 9,911 graduates across all degree levels. Program availability varies by award level, including Associate, Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctoral degrees at participating universities and schools.

College Name	Award Levels	Graduates	Admissions	Location	Control	Website
University of South Florida (USF)	Bachelor's	744	SAT: 1140-1330 ACT: 24-29	Tampa, Florida	Public	usf.edu
Texas A & M University	Bachelor's Master's Doctorate (R) Other Award	685	SAT: 1140-1380 ACT: 25-31	College Station, Texas	Public	tamu.edu
Johns Hopkins University (JHU)	Master's Doctorate (R)	587	SAT: 1530-1580 ACT: 34-35	Baltimore, Maryland	Private	jhu.edu
University of Central Florida (UCF)	Bachelor's Master's Doctorate (R)	432	SAT: 1190-1350 ACT: 25-29	Orlando, Florida	Public	ucf.edu
New York University (NYU)	Postbac Cert. Master's Doctorate (R)	349	SAT: 1480-1570 ACT: 33-35	New York, New York	Private	nyu.edu
Auburn University (AU)	Bachelor's Master's Doctorate (R)	323	SAT: 1240-1380 ACT: 25-31	Auburn, Alabama	Public	auburn.edu
University of North Texas Health Science Center	Bachelor's Master's Doctorate (R)	302	N/A	Fort Worth, Texas	Public	unthsc.edu
University of Alabama (UAB)	Bachelor's Master's	289	SAT: 1130-1400 ACT: 22-30	Birmingham, Alabama	Public	uab.edu
Rutgers University	Master's Doctorate (R)	286	SAT: 1270-1480 ACT: 28-33	New Brunswick, New Jersey	Public	newbrunswick.rutgers.edu
Colorado State University (CSU)	Bachelor's Master's Doctorate (R)	236	N/A	Fort Collins, Colorado	Public	colostate.edu
Northern Arizona University (NAU)	Bachelor's	226	N/A	Flagstaff, Arizona	Public	nau.edu
Purdue University (PU)	Bachelor's Master's Doctorate (R)	188	SAT: 1190-1460 ACT: 27-34	West Lafayette, Indiana	Public	purdue.edu
Brigham Young University (BYU–I)	Bachelor's	160	SAT: 980-1200 ACT: 20-26	Rexburg, Idaho	Private	byui.edu
Grand Valley State University (GVSU)	Bachelor's Master's	158	SAT: 940-1190 ACT: 21-28	Allendale, Michigan	Public	gvsu.edu
Marquette University	Bachelor's	134	SAT: 1190-1360 ACT: 26-31	Milwaukee, Wisconsin	Private	marquette.edu
Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico (PUCPR)	Bachelor's	125	SAT: 1123-1336	Ponce, Puerto Rico	Private	pucpr.edu
Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU)	Master's	113	N/A	Whittier, California	Private	scuhs.edu
Liberty University	Bachelor's Master's	108	N/A	Lynchburg, Virginia	Private	liberty.edu
University of Washington (UW Tacoma)	Bachelor's	102	N/A	Tacoma, Washington	Public	tacoma.uw.edu
Nova Southeastern University (NSU)	Master's	100	SAT: 1050-1310 ACT: 21-28	Fort Lauderdale, Florida	Private	nova.edu
University of California (UCD)	Bachelor's	98	N/A	Davis, California	Public	ucdavis.edu
Icahn School of Medicine (ISMMS)	Master's Doctorate (R)	94	N/A	New York, New York	Private	icahn.mssm.edu
University at Buffalo (UB)	Bachelor's	91	SAT: 1210-1380 ACT: 27-32	Buffalo, New York	Public	buffalo.edu
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV)	Bachelor's	90	SAT: 910-1110 ACT: 16-22	Edinburg, Texas	Public	utrgv.edu
Bluefield University	Master's	86	N/A	Bluefield, Virginia	Private	bluefield.edu
Midwestern University (MWU)	Master's	86	N/A	Glendale, Arizona	Private	midwestern.edu
University of South Alabama (USA)	Bachelor's Master's	81	SAT: 1015-1200 ACT: 19-26	Mobile, Alabama	Public	southalabama.edu
University of West Florida (UWF)	Bachelor's	80	SAT: 1020-1230 ACT: 20-27	Pensacola, Florida	Public	uwf.edu
South Dakota State University (SDSU)	Bachelor's Master's	80	SAT: 1040-1300 ACT: 19-26	Brookings, South Dakota	Public	sdstate.edu
Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine (GCSOM)	Master's	80	N/A	Scranton, Pennsylvania	Private	geisinger.edu
University of New Hampshire (UNH)	Bachelor's	79	SAT: 1120-1320 ACT: 26-31	Durham, New Hampshire	Public	unh.edu
University of California (UCSC)	Bachelor's	76	N/A	Santa Cruz, California	Public	ucsc.edu
Emory University	Master's Doctorate (R)	76	SAT: 1460-1550 ACT: 32-34	Atlanta, Georgia	Private	emory.edu
Texas A & M University (TAMU‑CC)	Bachelor's	76	SAT: 970-1180 ACT: 18-25	Corpus Christi, Texas	Public	tamucc.edu
Midwestern University (MWU)	Master's	75	N/A	Downers Grove, Illinois	Private	midwestern.edu
Sam Houston State University (SHSU)	Bachelor's	75	SAT: 940-1140 ACT: 19-25	Huntsville, Texas	Public	shsu.edu
Mississippi College (MC)	Bachelor's Master's	74	ACT: 19-26	Clinton, Mississippi	Private	mc.edu
CUNY City College (CCNY)	Bachelor's	74	SAT: 1220-1460	New York, New York	Public	ccny.cuny.edu
University of Chicago (UChicago)	Master's Doctorate (R)	73	SAT: 1510-1570 ACT: 34-35	Chicago, Illinois	Private	uchicago.edu
Tufts University	Master's Doctorate (R)	73	SAT: 1460-1550 ACT: 33-35	Medford, Massachusetts	Private	tufts.edu
Western Michigan University (WMU)	Bachelor's	72	SAT: 990-1220 ACT: 20-27	Kalamazoo, Michigan	Public	wmich.edu
University of South Dakota (USD)	Bachelor's Master's Doctorate (R)	68	SAT: 1110-1330 ACT: 19-25	Vermillion, South Dakota	Public	usd.edu
University of Wisconsin-River Falls (UWRF)	Bachelor's	65	ACT: 19-25	River Falls, Wisconsin	Public	uwrf.edu
Rocky Vista University (RVU)	Master's	64	N/A	Parker, Colorado	Private	rvu.edu
University of Akron	Bachelor's Doctorate (R)	63	SAT: 950-1190 ACT: 18-25	Akron, Ohio	Public	uakron.edu
Georgetown University (GU)	Bachelor's Master's	62	SAT: 1390-1550 ACT: 32-34	Washington, District of Columbia	Private	georgetown.edu
California Baptist University (CBU)	Bachelor's Master's	60	N/A	Riverside, California	Private	calbaptist.edu
University of New England (UNE)	Bachelor's	60	N/A	Biddeford, Maine	Private	une.edu
University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School	Master's Doctorate (R)	60	N/A	Worcester, Massachusetts	Public	umassmed.edu
Rowan College of South Jersey	Associate's	60	N/A	Vineland, New Jersey	Public	rcsj.edu
MCPHS University (MCPHS)	Master's	59	SAT: 1080-1340 ACT: 23-33	Boston, Massachusetts	Private	mcphs.edu
Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)	Bachelor's	57	SAT: 1280-1460 ACT: 29-33	Rochester, New York	Private	rit.edu
Tarleton State University (TSU)	Bachelor's	57	SAT: 960-1150 ACT: 19-24	Stephenville, Texas	Public	tarleton.edu
California University of Science and Medicine (CUSM)	Master's	57	N/A	Colton, California	Private	cusm.org
Harvard University	Doctorate (R)	56	SAT: 1500-1580 ACT: 34-36	Cambridge, Massachusetts	Private	harvard.edu
St. John's University (SJU)	Bachelor's	56	SAT: 1110-1320 ACT: 24-29	Queens, New York	Private	stjohns.edu
University of Central Oklahoma (UCO)	Bachelor's	55	ACT: 17-24	Edmond, Oklahoma	Public	uco.edu
Saint Joseph's University (SJU)	Bachelor's	55	SAT: 1150-1330 ACT: 27-31	Philadelphia, Pennsylvania	Private	sju.edu
University of Puerto Rico (UPR)	Bachelor's	52	N/A	Ponce, Puerto Rico	Public	uprp.edu
Duke University	Master's	51	SAT: 1510-1570 ACT: 34-35	Durham, North Carolina	Private	duke.edu
Ohio State University	Bachelor's Doctorate (R)	51	SAT: 1330-1480 ACT: 29-32	Columbus, Ohio	Public	osu.edu
Keiser University	Bachelor's Master's	49	N/A	Fort Lauderdale, Florida	Private	keiseruniversity.edu
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM)	Postbac Cert. Master's	48	N/A	Philadelphia, Pennsylvania	Private	pcom.edu
The University of Texas Health Science Center	Postbac Cert. Master's Doctorate (R)	47	N/A	San Antonio, Texas	Public	uthscsa.edu
Iowa State University (ISU)	Master's Doctorate (R)	45	SAT: 1110-1350 ACT: 21-28	Ames, Iowa	Public	iastate.edu
Florida Atlantic University (FAU)	Bachelor's Postbac Cert. Master's	44	SAT: 1040-1210 ACT: 20-26	Boca Raton, Florida	Public	fau.edu
Stony Brook University (SBU)	Master's Post-Master's	44	SAT: 1320-1490 ACT: 28-33	Stony Brook, New York	Public	stonybrook.edu
Florida International University (FIU)	Postbac Cert. Doctorate (R)	42	SAT: 1060-1250 ACT: 20-26	Miami, Florida	Public	fiu.edu
University of Miami (UM)	Master's	42	SAT: 1330-1470 ACT: 30-33	Coral Gables, Florida	Private	miami.edu
Quinnipiac University (QU)	Bachelor's Master's	40	SAT: 1100-1300 ACT: 25-29	Hamden, Connecticut	Private	qu.edu
New York Institute of Technology (NYIT)	Bachelor's Master's	40	SAT: 1180-1390 ACT: 25-33	Old Westbury, New York	Private	nyit.edu
University of North Florida (UNF)	Bachelor's	39	SAT: 990-1210 ACT: 20-26	Jacksonville, Florida	Public	unf.edu
SUNY College	Bachelor's	39	SAT: 1100-1270	Plattsburgh, New York	Public	plattsburgh.edu
George Mason University	Postbac Cert.	39	SAT: 1140-1340 ACT: 25-30	Fairfax, Virginia	Public	www2.gmu.edu
Inter American University of Puerto Rico (UIPR)	Bachelor's	39	N/A	San Juan, Puerto Rico	Private	metro.inter.edu
The Rockefeller University (RU)	Doctorate (R)	38	N/A	New York, New York	Private	rockefeller.edu
Southern Adventist University	Bachelor's	38	SAT: 970-1270 ACT: 18-26	Collegedale, Tennessee	Private	southern.edu
Marian University	Master's	37	N/A	Indianapolis, Indiana	Private	marian.edu
Roosevelt University	Master's	36	SAT: 820-1090 ACT: 21-29	Chicago, Illinois	Private	roosevelt.edu
Eastern Kentucky University (EKU)	Bachelor's	36	SAT: 930-1190 ACT: 17-24	Richmond, Kentucky	Public	eku.edu
Saint Cloud State University (SCSU)	Bachelor's	36	SAT: 970-1280 ACT: 18-25	Saint Cloud, Minnesota	Public	stcloudstate.edu
Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science (CDU)	Bachelor's Master's	35	N/A	Los Angeles, California	Private	cdrewu.edu
Morehead State University (MSU)	Bachelor's	35	N/A	Morehead, Kentucky	Public	moreheadstate.edu
North Carolina Central University (NCCU)	Bachelor's Master's	35	SAT: 980-1100 ACT: 17-18	Durham, North Carolina	Public	nccu.edu
University of Connecticut (UConn)	Postbac Cert. Master's Doctorate (R)	34	SAT: 1210-1420 ACT: 29-33	Storrs, Connecticut	Public	uconn.edu
Duquesne University	Master's	34	SAT: 1160-1350 ACT: 26-31	Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania	Private	duq.edu
University of Pittsburgh	Master's	34	SAT: 1270-1450 ACT: 29-33	Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania	Public	pitt.edu
The College of Idaho (C of I)	Bachelor's	32	SAT: 1080-1270 ACT: 20-28	Caldwell, Idaho	Private	collegeofidaho.edu
University of California (UCR)	Master's Doctorate (R)	31	N/A	Riverside, California	Public	ucr.edu
University of Iowa	Bachelor's	31	SAT: 1130-1320 ACT: 22-28	Iowa City, Iowa	Public	uiowa.edu
University of Rhode Island (URI)	Bachelor's	31	SAT: 1030-1270 ACT: 26-31	Kingston, Rhode Island	Public	web.uri.edu
Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU)	Master's	31	N/A	Yakima, Washington	Private	pnwu.edu
Oakland University (OU)	Bachelor's Postbac Cert.	30	SAT: 995-1185	Rochester Hills, Michigan	Public	oakland.edu
Roseman University of Health Sciences	Master's	30	N/A	Henderson, Nevada	Private	roseman.edu
Marist College	Bachelor's	28	SAT: 1220-1360 ACT: 27-30	Poughkeepsie, New York	Private	marist.edu
Texas A & M University	Bachelor's	28	SAT: 980-1160	Kingsville, Texas	Public	tamuk.edu
Inter American University of Puerto Rico (UIPR)	Bachelor's	28	N/A	Mercedita, Puerto Rico	Private	ponce.inter.edu
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center	Postbac Cert. Master's	28	N/A	El Paso, Texas	Public	elpaso.ttuhsc.edu
University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus	Bachelor's Master's	27	SAT: 980-1220 ACT: 21-27	Denver, Colorado	Public	ucdenver.edu
University of Toledo (UToledo)	Master's	27	SAT: 1050-1300 ACT: 22-28	Toledo, Ohio	Public	utoledo.edu

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to the most common questions about Biomedical Sciences programs

How much can I earn with a Biomedical Sciences degree?

Salaries for Biomedical Sciences graduates vary by role and location. Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists earn a median of $100,590 annually, while Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary earn around $83,460. Geographic location significantly impacts earnings—professionals in California average $107,040 compared to $55,610 in Mississippi. Approximately 285,740 professionals work in related occupations nationwide.

Salary data from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS program, May 2024. Earnings vary by experience, employer, and market conditions.

Which universities have the largest Biomedical Sciences programs?

Currently 301 accredited institutions offer Biomedical Sciences degrees across the U.S. Programs with the highest enrollment include University of South Florida (USF) (744 graduates), Texas A & M University, College Station (685 graduates), and Johns Hopkins University (JHU) (587 graduates).

Program size doesn't necessarily indicate quality—consider factors like faculty expertise, production opportunities, location, and available degree levels when choosing a school.

Data based on IPEDS program completions for 2023-2024 academic year. Numbers reflect programs where students graduated.

Is enrollment in Biomedical Sciences growing or declining?

Graduate numbers have increased over the past decade, rising from 3,137 in 2010 to 11,758 in 2023-24. This represents a 275% increase overall from 2010.

The field remains specialized with steady interest, though opportunities are most concentrated in major metropolitan areas with active arts scenes like New York, California, and Illinois.

Graduate enrollment data from IPEDS, 2010-2024 academic years. Trends reflect reported completions at participating institutions.

What career paths are available with a Biomedical Sciences degree?

This degree prepares you for roles such as Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists, Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary, and Biological Technicians. Related occupations employ approximately 285,740 professionals nationwide.

Skills in project management, creative leadership, and collaboration also transfer to event planning, arts administration, marketing, and corporate training roles. Many professionals work freelance or on a project basis across theatre, film, and live events.

Career pathways mapped using CIP-SOC crosswalk from the National Center for Education Statistics. Employment data from BLS OEWS May 2024.

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