by our College Data Analytics TeamWe'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. Also, learn how UNM ranks among other schools offering degrees in biochemistry.
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The bachelor's program at UNM was ranked #304 on College Factual's Best Schools for biochemistry list. It is also ranked #2 in New Mexico.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, University of New Mexico - Main Campus handed out 80 bachelor's degrees in biochemistry, biophysics & molecular biology. This is an increase of 10% over the previous year when 73 degrees were handed out.
Biochemistry majors who earn their bachelor's degree from UNM go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $24,542 a year. This is less than $30,485, which is the national median of all biochemistry majors in the nation who earn bachelor's degrees.
While getting their bachelor's degree at UNM, biochemistry students borrow a median amount of $20,500 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.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the biochemistry majors at University of New Mexico - Main Campus.
Of the 80 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in biochemistry from UNM in 2021, 48% were men and 53% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of New Mexico - Main Campus with a bachelor's in biochemistry.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 11 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 39 |
| White | 23 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 3 |
| Other Races | 2 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Biology | 268 |
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