Here is an overview of the program, including how many students graduate each year, the diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Find out how SU compares to other colleges that offer biological & biomedical sciences.
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SU holds a strong position among schools offering biological & biomedical sciences. In particular, it placed #211 out of 1,326 schools by College Factual. It is also ranked #13 in Texas.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, Southwestern University awarded 31 bachelor’s degrees in biological & biomedical sciences.
While getting their bachelor’s degree at SU, biological & biomedical sciences students accumulate a median of $21,250 in student loans. This is below $24,975, the typical median for all majors at SU.
Information about average full-time undergraduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $46,800 | $53,288 |
| Fees | $325 | $325 |
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Among recent graduates, 45% of biological & biomedical sciences bachelor’s degrees went to men and 55% went to women.
The majority of biological & biomedical sciences bachelor’s degree graduates at SU are White. Approximately 45% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Southwestern University with a bachelor’s in biological & biomedical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 5 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 8 |
| White | 14 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Review the following statistics on the composition of the biological & biomedical sciences majors at Southwestern University.
This biological & biomedical sciences program at SU offers the following related majors:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Biology | 22 |
| Biochemistry & Biophysics | 9 |