Biochemistry at The University of Texas at Dallas
Richardson, TX · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology
DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition
33
Optimistic
33
Base Case
37
Pessimistic
Earnings
$30,207/yr (-20% vs median)
AI Risk
High (45% exposed)
Job Market
Large (45,200 openings/yr)
ROI
10.6x earnings multiple (3.8x out-of-state)
How AI Changes the Outlook
Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Biochemistry graduates.
| Optimistic No Disruption |
Base Case Gradual AI |
Pessimistic Aggressive AI |
|
|---|---|---|---|
| 10-Year Earnings | $626K | $615K | $557K |
| Earnings Multiple (In-State) | 10.7x | 10.6x | 9.6x |
| Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State) | 3.9x | 3.8x | 3.5x |
| Probability of Field Employment | 58% | 53% | 40% |
| DegreeOutlook Score | 33 | 33 | 37 |
10-Year Earnings Projection
*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.
4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)
$58,256
Out-of-state: $160,256 (3.8x ROI)
Median Debt at Graduation
$20,750
8.2 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$59,295
96% growth from Year 1
About The University of Texas at Dallas
With a 65% acceptance rate, The University of Texas at Dallas is moderately selective, serving a student body of 21,317 in Richardson, TX.
See all programs and financial aid at The University of Texas at Dallas →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 Dallas's Biochemistry program score?
This program scores 33/100 — on the lower end for Biochemistry. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.
How vulnerable is Biochemistry to AI automation?
AI won't 'replace' Biochemistry 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 earnings lower at The University of Texas at Dallas?
Lower starting pay at The University of Texas at Dallas 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.
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