Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology

Bachelor's degree · Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University · Blacksburg, VA

CIP 26.02

$35,927Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$67,621Median earnings 4 years after
$64,877Median earnings 5 years after
$24,000Median federal debt
97Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University earn a median of $35,927 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $65,466 four years after graduating (middle half: $44,889–$88,432). Median debt is $24,000, about 67% of first-year earnings.

Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology (Bachelor's degree) at other Virginia schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
University of Richmond
University of Richmond
$34,796$23,346
Old Dominion University
Norfolk
$25,819$21,000

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology graduates from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University make?

The median salary is $35,927 one year after graduation and $64,877 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $24,000.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.