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, and more. We've also included details on how WKU ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in biochemistry.
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The bachelor's program at WKU was ranked #398 on College Factual's Best Schools for biochemistry list. It is also ranked #4 in Kentucky.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Western Kentucky University handed out 10 bachelor's degrees in biochemistry, biophysics & molecular biology. This is a decrease of 9% over the previous year when 11 degrees were handed out.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the biochemistry majors at Western Kentucky University.
In the 2020-2021 academic year, 10 students earned a bachelor's degree in biochemistry from WKU. About 80% of these graduates were women and the other 20% were men.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 90% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Western Kentucky University with a bachelor's in biochemistry.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 9 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Biology | 135 |
| Ecology, Evolution & Systematics Biology | 3 |
| Genetics | 2 |
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