Biochemistry at University of Minnesota-Duluth
Duluth, MN · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology
DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition
40
Optimistic
39
Base Case
44
Pessimistic
Earnings
$31,150/yr (-18% vs median)
AI Risk
High (45% exposed)
Job Market
Large (45,200 openings/yr)
ROI
12.8x earnings multiple (9.3x 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 | $755K | $733K | $646K |
| Earnings Multiple (In-State) | 13.2x | 12.8x | 11.3x |
| Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State) | 9.6x | 9.3x | 8.2x |
| Probability of Field Employment | 58% | 53% | 40% |
| DegreeOutlook Score | 40 | 39 | 44 |
10-Year Earnings Projection
*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.
4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)
$57,272
Out-of-state: $79,048 (9.3x ROI)
Median Debt at Graduation
$19,729
7.6 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$71,742
130% growth from Year 1
About University of Minnesota-Duluth
A 82% acceptance rate means University of Minnesota-Duluth is accessible to most applicants, serving 7,475 students in Duluth, MN.
See all programs and financial aid at University of Minnesota-Duluth →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 University of Minnesota-Duluth's Biochemistry program score?
This program scores 39/100 — 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 University of Minnesota-Duluth?
Lower starting pay at University of Minnesota-Duluth 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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