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#1

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

Davidson College
Davidson, NC

Each year, Davidson College grants about 61 degrees to students majoring in Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Political Science and Government, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

15%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,380–1,510

Est. Net Price *

$26,510

Median Starting Salary

$52,481
#2

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

Florida Institute of Technology
Melbourne, FL

Every year, Florida Institute of Technology grants around 90 degrees to students studying Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

63%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

1,140–1,320

Est. Net Price *

$36,364

Median Starting Salary

$44,185
#3

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

Northwestern College
Orange City, IA

Every year, Northwestern College awards about 26 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,040–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$24,737

Median Starting Salary

$57,196
#4

#4 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 237 degrees to those majoring in Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,090–1,260

Est. Net Price *

$34,201

Median Starting Salary

$56,738
#5

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

Temple University
Philadelphia, PA

Each year, Temple University grants around 334 degrees to students majoring in Psychology, General, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Finance, General, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

83%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,030–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$29,641

Median Starting Salary

$54,029
*The estimated net prices above are College Raptor’s estimate. Please contact the college financial aid office for actual net cost figures.

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 Bachelors 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.
This heat map represents the states that have the highest percent of Genome Sciences/Genomics degrees compared to all other degrees awarded in that state.
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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
17
Female Students
13 (76%)
Male Students
4 (23%)

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