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Biochemistry & Biophysics and Molecular Biology at University of Idaho

Moscow, ID · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology
32 /100
DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition
33
Optimistic
32
Base Case
35
Pessimistic
Earnings $34,251/yr (-10% vs median)
AI Risk High (45% exposed)
Job Market Large (45,200 openings/yr)
ROI 12.5x earnings multiple (3.7x out-of-state)
Ranked #106 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 $435K $440K $426K
Earnings Multiple (In-State) 12.3x 12.5x 12.1x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State) 3.7x 3.7x 3.6x
Probability of Field Employment 58% 53% 40%
DegreeOutlook Score 33 32 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)
$35,264
Out-of-state: $119,136 (3.7x ROI)
4-Year Net Price (After Aid)
$55,128
-56% less than sticker · See by income
Median Debt at Graduation
$22,645
7.9 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (4 Year)
$40,552
18% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

At $34,251/yr, Biochemistry & Biophysics and Molecular Biology graduates from University of Idaho land near the $37,918 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

The 12.5x 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 2% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.

The $22,645 debt-to-$34,251 income ratio translates to about 8 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.

At #106 out of 136 programs, University of Idaho's financial outcomes for Biochemistry & Biophysics and Molecular Biology trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.

About University of Idaho

With 79% of applicants admitted, University of Idaho prioritizes broad access, enrolling 7,363 students in Moscow, ID.

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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
View all 8 career paths with salary ranges and AI risk →

Compare & Explore

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Biochemistry & Biophysics and Molecular Biology at Other Schools

Northeastern University ($63,781) California State University-San Marcos ($57,682) California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo ($57,538) MCPHS University ($51,942) University of Colorado Boulder ($50,474) California State University-Los Angeles ($50,428) University of Massachusetts-Boston ($50,352) University of Missouri-St Louis ($49,509)

Other Majors at University of Idaho

Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering ($80,700) Chemical Engineering ($75,915) Computer Science ($70,276) Civil Engineering ($68,885) Mechanical Engineering ($65,409) Business Administration, Management and Operations ($59,334) Management Information Systems and Services ($52,920) Human Resources Management and Services ($49,442)

Frequently Asked Questions

How does University of Idaho's Biochemistry & Biophysics and Molecular Biology program score?
This program scores 32/100 — 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.
Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →