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#1

#1 Best College for Genome Sciences/Genomics in the U.S.

Florida Institute of Technology
Melbourne, FL

Every year, Florida Institute of Technology grants around 81 degrees to students studying Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

58%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

1,130–1,320

Median Starting Salary

$44,185
#2

#2 Best College for Genome Sciences/Genomics in the U.S.

University of New Haven
West Haven, CT

Annually, the University of New Haven grants about 215 degrees to those majoring in Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

60%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,080–1,280

Median Starting Salary

$56,738
#3

#3 Best College for Genome Sciences/Genomics in the U.S.

Northwestern College
Orange City, IA

Every year, Northwestern College awards about 49 degrees to those majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Elementary Education and Teaching, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Social Work....view more

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,040–1,210

Median Starting Salary

$57,196
#4

#4 Best College for Genome Sciences/Genomics in the U.S.

Temple University
Philadelphia, PA

Each year, Temple University grants around 355 degrees to students majoring in Psychology, General, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Finance, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,130–1,370

Median Starting Salary

$54,029
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About Genome Sciences/Genomics

A program that focuses on the scientific study of whole genome sequences and patterns of gene expression. Includes instruction in molecular and cellular biology, genetics, protein technologies, genomic sciences and techniques, bioinformatics, and scientific and research ethics.

While Genome Sciences/Genomics offers degrees up to the Masters degree, the majority of students earn a Masters degree. Students major in Genome Sciences/Genomics all around the US, though the major at the Bachelors degree level sees the most graduates in Florida. The average starting salary for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in Genome Sciences/Genomics is $42,090.

Popularity of Genome Sciences/Genomics Degrees in the U.S.
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Careers

Some top careers related to Genome Sciences/Genomics, include Biological Scientists, All Other and Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary, both of which have lots of job openings. Though there are positions that pay more, such as Natural Sciences Managers. the most in-demand position for Genome Sciences/Genomics majors is Natural Sciences Managers.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Genome Sciences/Genomics majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Genome Sciences/Genomics majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
16
Female Students
8 (50%)
Male Students
8 (50%)

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