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Biomathematics & Bioinformatics at CUNY New York City College of Technology

Brooklyn, NY · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Biomathematics, Bioinformatics, and Computational Biology
39 /100
DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition
39
Optimistic
39
Base Case
35
Pessimistic
Earnings $31,441/yr (-51% vs median)
AI Risk Very High (60% exposed)
Job Market Very Large (129,500 openings/yr)
ROI 14.6x earnings multiple (7.0x out-of-state)
Ranked #4 of 4 Biomathematics & Bioinformatics programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Biomathematics & Bioinformatics graduates.

Optimistic
No Disruption		 Base Case
Gradual AI		 Pessimistic
Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings $423K $429K $421K
Earnings Multiple (In-State) 14.4x 14.6x 14.3x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State) 6.9x 7.0x 6.9x
Probability of Field Employment 53% 48% 31%
DegreeOutlook Score 39 39 35

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)
$29,328
Out-of-state: $61,128 (7.0x ROI)
4-Year Net Price (After Aid)
$19,132
35% less than sticker · See by income

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $31,441 place CUNY New York City College of Technology below the $63,618 national median for Biomathematics & Bioinformatics — worth weighing against tuition and cost of living.

The 14.6x 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 — 60% task exposure — and the 0% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.

With only 4 programs offering Biomathematics & Bioinformatics nationally, this is a niche field. CUNY New York City College of Technology ranks #4 among them.

About CUNY New York City College of Technology

CUNY New York City College of Technology accepts 81% of applicants — an open-access institution by design, serving 12,950 students in Brooklyn, NY. With 55% of students on Pell Grants, the campus draws from a broad economic spectrum. After financial aid, the average student pays $19,132 over four years — 35% below sticker price.

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Top Career Paths

Natural sciences managers $161,180/yr
Computer and information research scientists $140,910/yr
Mathematicians $121,680/yr
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Compare & Explore

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Biomathematics & Bioinformatics at Other Schools

Cornell University ($78,358) University of California-San Diego ($76,592) Brigham Young University ($68,084)

Other Majors at CUNY New York City College of Technology

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing ($103,611) Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions ($92,818) Construction Engineering Technologies ($67,476) Housing and Human Environments ($64,192) Health and Medical Administrative Services ($63,667) Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians ($61,520) Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas ($49,750) Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians ($48,372)

Frequently Asked Questions

How does CUNY New York City College of Technology's Biomathematics & Bioinformatics program score?
This program scores 39/100 — on the lower end for Biomathematics & Bioinformatics. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.
How vulnerable is Biomathematics & Bioinformatics to AI automation?
AI won't 'replace' Biomathematics & Bioinformatics careers outright, but it is likely to reduce the number of job openings. We model 60% task exposure, which compresses field employment probability in our scenarios.
Why are Biomathematics & Bioinformatics earnings lower at CUNY New York City College of Technology?
Lower starting pay at CUNY New York City College of Technology 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 →