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Biochemistry & Biophysics and Molecular Biology at The University of Texas at El Paso

El Paso, TX · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $19,546/yr (-48% vs median)

AI Risk High (45% exposed)

Job Market Large (45,200 openings/yr)

ROI 18.4x earnings multiple (7.0x out-of-state)

Ranked #100 of 136 Biochemistry & Biophysics and Molecular Biology programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Biochemistry & Biophysics and Molecular Biology graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$738K	$718K	$634K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	18.9x	18.4x	16.3x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	7.2x	7.0x	6.2x
Probability of Field Employment	58%	53%	40%
DegreeOutlook Score	35	34	34

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$38,976

Out-of-state: $102,048 (7.0x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$42,904

-10% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$16,877

10.4 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$59,236

203% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

The University of Texas at El Paso's Biochemistry & Biophysics and Molecular Biology graduates start at $19,546/yr, trailing the $37,918 national average by 48%. The program's value hinges on affordability.

The 18.4x earnings multiple means ten-year projected earnings exceed tuition cost by an order of magnitude. By pure financial math, this is a standout.

AI risk is moderate — 45% task exposure — and the 14% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.

The $16,877 debt-to-$19,546 income ratio translates to about 10 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.

At #100 out of 136 programs, The University of Texas at El Paso's financial outcomes for Biochemistry & Biophysics and Molecular Biology trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.

Earnings growth from $19,546 to $59,236 over five years (203% increase) indicates that graduates in this field see meaningful salary progression.

About The University of Texas at El Paso

A 100% acceptance rate means The University of Texas at El Paso is accessible to most applicants, serving a student body of 20,547 in El Paso, TX. With 61% of students on Pell Grants, the campus draws from a broad economic spectrum.

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Top Career Paths

Natural sciences managers $161,180/yr

Biochemists and biophysicists $103,650/yr

Medical scientists, except epidemiologists $100,590/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does The University of Texas at El Paso's Biochemistry & Biophysics and Molecular Biology program score?

This program scores 34/100 — on the lower end for Biochemistry & Biophysics and Molecular Biology. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.

How vulnerable is Biochemistry & Biophysics and Molecular Biology to AI automation?

AI won't 'replace' Biochemistry & Biophysics and Molecular Biology careers outright, but it is likely to reduce the number of job openings. We model 45% task exposure, which compresses field employment probability in our scenarios.

Why are Biochemistry & Biophysics and Molecular Biology earnings lower at The University of Texas at El Paso?

Lower starting pay at The University of Texas at El Paso may reflect local labor market conditions rather than program quality. Many graduates see convergence with national averages within 3-5 years.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →