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Peru State College offers the state's most affordable biochemistry program at $11,401 net cost, creating a $16,670 savings compared to Doane University's $28,071 annual price. This cost advantage matters for students targeting Nebraska's growing biotech sector, where companies like the University of Nebraska Medical Center employ biochemists in research roles. The University of Nebraska-Lincoln bridges affordability and outcomes with a $17,424 net cost and 65.8% graduation rate, while private options like Nebraska Wesleyan reach $23,140 annually.
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Programs
$11,401 – $28,071
Net Price Range
56.3%
Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $11,401 $8,280 37.7%
2 $17,424 $10,108 65.8% 78.6%
3 $21,554 $36,130 53.3% 71.3%
4 $23,140 $41,658 68.9% 81.5%
5 $28,071 $40,491 55.9% 75.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Peru State College so much cheaper than other biochemistry programs?

Peru State's public funding keeps net costs at $11,401, with in-state tuition at just $8,280. However, the 37.7% graduation rate suggests students should carefully consider support systems and program completion rates when weighing the $16,670 savings over private alternatives.

How do private college biochemistry programs justify their higher costs?

Nebraska Wesleyan commands $23,140 net cost but delivers a 68.9% graduation rate, nearly double Peru State's 37.7%. Hastings College costs $21,554 annually while maintaining a 53.3% graduation rate and 71.33% acceptance rate for selective admissions.

Where do biochemistry graduates find work in Nebraska's economy?

The University of Nebraska Medical Center employs biochemists in research positions, while agricultural companies utilize molecular biology expertise for crop development. Mutual of Omaha and other major insurers also hire science graduates for actuarial and risk assessment roles requiring analytical skills.

Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.