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Biochemical Sciences

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Data derived specifically from PUMS raw data for Biochemical Sciences.

Entry Level Salary
$38,233
Median Salary
$133,980
Unemployment Rate
2.1%
Avg: 2.2%
Underemployment Rate
14.6%
Working non-college jobs

Earnings Trajectory

Lifetime: $5,359,200
Entry (Early)
$38,233
Median (Prime)
$133,980
High (Prime)
$150,000

ROI Sensitivity Analysis
Assuming 4 Years to Graduation

This analysis tests three "What-If" scenarios. While most students start at the Entry Level, calculating ROI using Median and High salaries helps illustrate the potential long-term payoff for top performers relative to the degree cost.

Lifetime Value Added (NPV)

Entry Level
Median
High
$0 Cost
-111k
+679k
+806k
$25k / yr
-201k
+589k
+717k
$50k / yr
-291k
+499k
+627k

Break-even Age

Entry Level
Median
High
$0 Cost
Never
24
23
$25k / yr
Never
26
25
$50k / yr
Never
29
27

Return on Investment %

Entry Level
Median
High
$0 Cost
0%
∞
∞
$25k / yr
-185%
542%
659%
$50k / yr
-134%
230%
288%
Sensitivity Analysis Methodology: These grids assume you begin your career earning the salary specified in the column header (Entry Level = conservative baseline, Median/High = potential upside).

These figures are medians for past graduates who received federal aid. Your cost and pay will differ. Run your own numbers in the Guided ROI Interview →

Education Impact

Advanced Degree Rate60.7%
Analysis: A large percentage of students in this field pursue Master's or Doctoral degrees to maximize earnings.

Top Professions

Physicians

15.9% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$44,696
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$231,713|$271,090
openings
20,800 /yr
Growth (10yr): +3.6%

Physical scientists, all other

7.0% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$48,278
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$92,685|$122,570
openings
1,400 /yr
Growth (10yr): +2.1%

Postsecondary teachers

5.0% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$35,000
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$66,800|$82,250
openings
123,800 /yr
Growth (10yr): +6%

Pharmacists

4.4% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$21,437
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$133,980|$140,910
openings
12,500 /yr
Growth (10yr): +5.2%

Management occupations

3.9% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$61,763
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$144,821|$126,520
openings
1,081,700 /yr
Growth (10yr): +6.2%

Life scientists

2.9% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$51,469
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$82,350|$96,310
openings
27,500 /yr
Growth (10yr): +9.4%

Dentists

2.1% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$24,291
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$171,468|$176,110
openings
4,800 /yr
Growth (10yr): +5.6%

Registered nurses

1.8% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$43,724
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$80,000|$97,550
openings
180,800 /yr
Growth (10yr): +5.6%

Chemists and materials scientists

1.8% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$54,655
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$75,000|$95,060
openings
6,500 /yr
Growth (10yr): +6.6%

Life, physical, and social science technicians

1.7% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$39,658
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$43,500|$59,510
openings
53,300 /yr
Growth (10yr): +5.2%

About this Data:

  • Entry: Median salary for graduates aged 22 to 27 (American Community Survey).
  • Median (PUMS | BLS): Comparison of this major's graduates vs. the national market average for the role.
  • Growth & Openings: 10-year national projections (2025–2035).

Program Variants & Earnings Ranges

Summary of specific program titles and credential levels mapped to this major, showing the range of earnings across different colleges.

Completers Only: Federal median earnings data strictly reflects outcomes for students who successfully graduated. Students who do not complete their degree typically earn significantly less and face higher risks of debt default.

Program TitleCredential Level# CollegesMedian Earnings Range
biochemistry, biophysics and molecular biology.Bachelor's Degree548$43,080 - $94,856
biochemistry, biophysics and molecular biology.Master's Degree96$62,480 - $86,130
biochemistry, biophysics and molecular biology.Doctoral Degree137$108,169 - $174,114