by our College Data Analytics Team
[Biological & Biomedical Sciences](/majors/biological-biomedical-sciences/) is a field worth comparing on the balance of cost and outcomes. The best values balance affordable tuition against strong post-graduation earnings.
For its 2027 best-value ranking, College Factual looked at 15 schools to find the best return on investment for biological & biomedical sciences students.
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Below are the schools that deliver the strongest value in biological & biomedical sciences, balancing cost against outcomes.
Our analysis ranked Arizona Western College the best value for a degree in biological & biomedical sciences in Arizona. Set in the city of Yuma, Arizona Western College is a large public institution. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $3,060, with out-of-state students paying around $9,870. Early-career biological & biomedical sciences graduates make about $44,895.
A rank of #2 makes Glendale Community College Glendale Az one of the best values for biological & biomedical sciences. Located in the suburb of Glendale, Glendale Community College Glendale Az is a very large public university. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $2,358, compared with $8,959 for out-of-state students. Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates carry a median of $15,996 in student loans. Early-career biological & biomedical sciences graduates make about $51,483. That is a strong return on a $15,996 median debt.
A rank of #3 makes Dine College one of the best values for biological & biomedical sciences. Dine College is a mid-sized public school located in the rural area of Tsaile. In-state tuition and fees average $1,410. Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates of Dine College earn a median of $20,227 early in their careers.
Students looking for strong value in biological & biomedical sciences will find it at Mesa Community College, which ranked #4. Mesa Community College is a very large public school located in the city of Mesa. Students from in state pay about $2,358 in tuition and fees, with out-of-state students paying around $8,959. Typical student debt for biological & biomedical sciences graduates is $13,750. Soon after graduation, biological & biomedical sciences degree recipients from Mesa Community College generally make around $54,730. That is a strong return on a $13,750 median debt.
Students looking for strong value in biological & biomedical sciences will find it at Phoenix College, which ranked #5. Located in the city of Phoenix, Phoenix College is a large public university. In-state tuition and fees average $2,358, with out-of-state students paying around $8,959. Students borrow a median of $15,204 to complete the biological & biomedical sciences program here. Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates of Phoenix College earn a median of $51,053 early in their careers. Set against $15,204 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff.
Paradise Valley Community College placed #6 among the best values for biological & biomedical sciences. Paradise Valley Community College is a large public school located in the city of Phoenix. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $2,358, with out-of-state students paying around $8,959. Typical student debt for biological & biomedical sciences graduates is $14,204. Soon after graduation, biological & biomedical sciences degree recipients from Paradise Valley Community College generally make around $71,136. Set against $14,204 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff.
Estrella Mountain Community College earned the #7 position for value in biological & biomedical sciences this year. Set in the suburb of Avondale, Estrella Mountain Community College is a large public institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $2,358, while out-of-state students pay about $8,959. Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates carry a median of $21,752 in student loans. Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates of Estrella Mountain Community College earn a median of $78,359 early in their careers. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value.
Chandler Gilbert Community College earned the #8 position for value in biological & biomedical sciences this year. Chandler Gilbert Community College is a very large public school located in the city of Chandler. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $2,358, while out-of-state students pay about $8,959. Students borrow a median of $10,447 to complete the biological & biomedical sciences program here. Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates of Chandler Gilbert Community College earn a median of $46,943 early in their careers. Set against $10,447 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff.
South Mountain Community College ranked #9 on our 2027 list of the best value biological & biomedical sciences schools. Set in the city of Phoenix, South Mountain Community College is a moderately-sized public institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $2,358, with out-of-state students paying around $8,958. Median earnings reach $39,825 ten years out.
Northern Arizona University placed #10 among the best values for biological & biomedical sciences. Located in the city of Flagstaff, Northern Arizona University is a very large public university. In-state tuition and fees average $12,619, while out-of-state students pay about $20,044. Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates carry a median of $23,835 in student loans. Early-career biological & biomedical sciences graduates make about $37,668. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Roughly 90% of applicants are accepted.
Arizona State University ranked #11 on our 2027 list of the best value biological & biomedical sciences schools. Located in the city of Tempe, Arizona State University is a very large public university. In-state tuition and fees average $12,223, compared with $33,139 for out-of-state students. Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates carry a median of $19,698 in student loans. Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates of Arizona State University earn a median of $44,463 early in their careers. That is a strong return on a $19,698 median debt. Roughly 90% of applicants are accepted.
University Of Arizona earned the #12 position for value in biological & biomedical sciences this year. Located in the city of Tucson, University Of Arizona is a very large public university. In-state tuition and fees average $13,573, while out-of-state students pay about $39,903. Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates carry a median of $19,489 in student loans. Soon after graduation, biological & biomedical sciences degree recipients from University Of Arizona generally make around $30,084. That is a strong return on a $19,489 median debt. The acceptance rate is 86%.
Grand Canyon University came in at #13 for value in biological & biomedical sciences this year. Located in the city of Phoenix, Grand Canyon University is a very large private not-for-profit university. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $18,508. Typical student debt for biological & biomedical sciences graduates is $26,921. Early-career biological & biomedical sciences graduates make about $30,775. Set against $26,921 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. Roughly 79% of applicants are accepted.
Arizona Christian University came in at #14 for value in biological & biomedical sciences this year. Located in the suburb of Glendale, Arizona Christian University is a small private not-for-profit university. Students from in state pay about $35,098 in tuition and fees. Typical student debt for biological & biomedical sciences graduates is $22,625. Soon after graduation, biological & biomedical sciences degree recipients from Arizona Christian University generally make around $40,702. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. The acceptance rate is 71%.
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Prescott came in at #15 for value in biological & biomedical sciences this year. Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Prescott is a mid-sized private not-for-profit school located in the city of Prescott. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $43,974. Biological & Biomedical Sciences graduates carry a median of $24,288 in student loans. Soon after graduation, biological & biomedical sciences degree recipients from Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Prescott generally make around $66,620. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. The acceptance rate is 77%.
The ranking above is published by College Factual (MF_RANKING_2025), 2027 edition. Schools are scored on the balance of cost (tuition and student debt) against student outcomes (post-graduation earnings) — a measure of return on investment, drawn primarily from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS and College Scorecard).
Ranking method: College Major Best Value · 15 schools evaluated.
*Averages shown above reflect the top 15 ranked schools only.
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