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Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology at University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

280 Bachelor's Degrees
29 Master's Degrees
35 Doctor's Degrees
The Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology major is part of the biological & biomedical sciences program at University of Michigan - Ann Arbor.

We've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. We've also included details on how U-M ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in biochemistry.

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Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology Degrees Available at U-M

U-M Biochemistry Rankings

In College Factual's most recent rankings for the best schools for biochemistry majors, U-M came in at #23. This puts it in the top 5% of the country in this field of study. It is also ranked #1 in Michigan.

Ranking Type Rank
Best Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology Colleges for Veterans 1
Best Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Veterans 1
Best Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology Graduate Degree Colleges for Veterans 1
Best Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Veterans 1
Best Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology Master’s Degree Colleges for Veterans 1
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology (Income Over $110k) 2
Best Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology Doctor’s Degree Schools 3
Best Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology Graduate Degree Schools 6
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology (With Aid) 7
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology (Income $0-$30k) 7
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology (Income $75-$110k) 8
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology (Income $0-$30k) 8
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology (Income $30-$48k) 9
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology (Income $30-$48k) 9
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology (Income $48-$75k) 10
Best Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology Master’s Degree Schools 10
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology (Income $75-$110k) 10
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology (Income Over $110k) 10
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology (Income $48-$75k) 11
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology (Income $75-$110k) 12
Highest Paid Doctor’s Degree Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology Graduates 12
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology (Income $0-$30k) 13
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology (Income $48-$75k) 14
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology (Income $30-$48k) 14
Best Value Colleges for Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology (Income $0-$30k) 15
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology (With Aid) 16
Best Value Colleges for Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology (Income $75-$110k) 17
Best Value Colleges for Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology (Income $30-$48k) 18
Best Value Colleges for Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology (Income $48-$75k) 19
Best Value Colleges for Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology (Income Over $110k) 20
Best Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology Bachelor’s Degree Schools 21
Best Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology Schools 23
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology (Income Over $110k) 23
Best Value Colleges for Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology (With Aid) 26
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology (With Aid) 28
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology 82
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology 84
Highest Paid Master’s Degree Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology Graduates 87
Best Value Graduate Degree Colleges for Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology 107
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology 312
Best Value Colleges for Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology 333
Highest Paid Bachelor’s Degree Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology Graduates 392
Highest Paid Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology Graduates 428

Popularity of Biochemistry at U-M

During the 2020-2021 academic year, University of Michigan - Ann Arbor handed out 280 bachelor's degrees in biochemistry, biophysics & molecular biology. This is an increase of 20% over the previous year when 233 degrees were handed out.

In 2021, 29 students received their master’s degree in biochemistry from U-M. This makes it the #5 most popular school for biochemistry master’s degree candidates in the country.

In addition, 35 students received their doctoral degrees in biochemistry in 2021, making the school the #2 most popular school in the United States for this category of students.

How Much Do Biochemistry Graduates from U-M Make?

$18,827 Bachelor's Median Salary

Salary of Biochemistry Graduates with a Bachelor's Degree

The median salary of biochemistry students who receive their bachelor's degree at U-M is $18,827. Unfortunately, this is lower than the national average of $30,485 for all biochemistry students.

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How Much Student Debt Do Biochemistry Graduates from U-M Have?

$17,750 Bachelor's Median Debt

Student Debt of Biochemistry Graduates with a Bachelor's Degree

While getting their bachelor's degree at U-M, biochemistry students borrow a median amount of $17,750 in student loans. This is not too bad considering that the median debt load of all biochemistry bachelor's degree recipients across the country is $22,331.

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The typical student loan payment of a bachelor's degree student from the biochemistry program at U-M is $277 per month.

Biochemistry Student Diversity at U-M

Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the biochemistry majors at University of Michigan - Ann Arbor.

U-M Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology Bachelor’s Program

Of the 280 students who earned a bachelor's degree in Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology from U-M in 2020-2021, 49% were men and 51% were women.

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The majority of the students with this major are white. About 55% of 2021 graduates were in this category.

The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Michigan - Ann Arbor with a bachelor's in biochemistry.

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Ethnic Background Number of Students
Asian 61
Black or African American 6
Hispanic or Latino 15
White 155
Non-Resident Aliens 16
Other Races 27

U-M Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology Master’s Program

Of the 29 students who earned a master's degree in Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology from U-M in 2020-2021, 38% were men and 62% were women.

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The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Michigan - Ann Arbor with a master's in biochemistry.

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Ethnic Background Number of Students
Asian 2
Black or African American 2
Hispanic or Latino 6
White 14
Non-Resident Aliens 3
Other Races 2

Related Major Annual Graduates
General Biology 245
Neurobiology & Neurosciences 207
Ecology, Evolution & Systematics Biology 143
Biomathematics & Bioinformatics 101
Microbiological Sciences & Immunology 71

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