Biochemistry at University of Wisconsin-Madison

Madison, WI · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology
55 /100
DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition
56
Optimistic
55
Base Case
53
Pessimistic
Earnings $44,074/yr (16% vs median)
AI Risk High (45% exposed)
Job Market Large (45,200 openings/yr)
ROI 14.7x earnings multiple (4.1x out-of-state)
Ranked #10 of 136 Biochemistry & Biophysics and Molecular Biology programs Top 10%

Program Analysis

This UW-Madison program’s strong showing reflects its position as a leading public research institution. You'll benefit from extensive laboratory opportunities and a faculty deeply engaged in cutting-edge discovery, preparing you for a demanding but rewarding career. The robust research infrastructure and strong reputation funnel graduates into competitive roles within biotech, pharmaceuticals, and academic research, often leveraging the university’s significant ties to Wisconsin’s growing life sciences sector and beyond. Many pursue advanced degrees, with medical school or Ph.D. programs common paths leading to leadership positions like natural sciences manager. To truly stand out and navigate potential AI impacts, prioritize securing substantial hands-on research experience and consider interdisciplinary coursework to broaden your analytical and computational toolkit.

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 $673K $658K $589K
Earnings Multiple (In-State) 15.0x 14.7x 13.1x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State) 4.1x 4.1x 3.6x
Probability of Field Employment 58% 53% 40%
DegreeOutlook Score 56 55 53

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)
$44,820
Out-of-state: $162,412 (4.1x ROI)
4-Year Net Price (After Aid)
$67,712
-51% less than sticker · See by income
Median Debt at Graduation
$20,000
5.4 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$71,370
62% growth from Year 1

About University of Wisconsin-Madison

A 43% admission rate makes University of Wisconsin-Madison accessible to a wide range of qualified students, one of the larger campuses at 35,665 students in Madison, WI.

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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

What is the DegreeOutlook Score for Biochemistry at University of Wisconsin-Madison?
A score of 55/100 puts this program in competitive territory — solid outcomes, though not at the top of the Biochemistry field.
Will AI replace Biochemistry careers?
With 45% of typical job tasks exposed to AI, this is one of the higher-risk fields. Our pessimistic scenario projects $589,347 in decade earnings vs $672,594 in the optimistic case — a meaningful gap.
Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →