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CIP 26.0999 Biological and Biomedical Sciences

Physiology, Pathology, and Related Sciences, Other

IPEDS Completions, US Department of Education · 2025

Total graduates

217

2025 · 9 schools

International share

1.8%

4 international students

Bachelor's degrees

113

2.7% international

Master's degrees

95

0.0% international

Overview

Physiology, Pathology, and Related Sciences, Other is an interdisciplinary field that encompasses the study of bodily functions, the mechanisms of disease, and the various scientific disciplines related to health and human biology. This program typically includes a comprehensive exploration of how different systems in the body operate and interact, as well as the underlying pathological processes that lead to disease.

Students in this field engage with a diverse curriculum that may cover topics such as cellular biology, organ systems, genetics, microbiology, and biochemistry. The integration of these subjects helps students understand how physiological processes are altered in disease states. Additionally, the program may explore advanced techniques in research, diagnostics, and therapeutic approaches.

Career opportunities for graduates in this field are diverse and can range from laboratory research and clinical roles to positions in education, public health, and policy-making. Many students go on to pursue further education in medical or graduate school, while others may work in healthcare settings, pharmaceutical companies, or academic research institutions.

The growing emphasis on personalized medicine and the need for advanced scientific knowledge in understanding complex diseases make this field particularly relevant. As healthcare continues to evolve, professionals with expertise in physiology and pathology are increasingly sought after to contribute to innovative solutions for health challenges. Overall, this program equips students with the foundational knowledge and critical thinking skills necessary for a successful career in the biological sciences.

Graduates by year

Graduates by degree level (first and second majors)

AssociateBachelor'sMaster'sDoctoral

From 2003 to 2025, graduates grew 7,133% and the international share went from 33.3% to 1.8%.

International share (%)
Graduates by group, 2025
White
53.9%
Asian
20.7%
Hispanic
13.4%
Black
5.1%
Other
5.1%
Intl.
1.8%

Colleges that award this degree

In 2025, 9 schools awarded this degree as a first major. The table lists those in the 2027 U.S. News National or Liberal Arts rankings, plus the unranked schools with the most graduates.

RankSchoolStateGraduatesInternational
#9 Johns Hopkins University Maryland 3 1
#34 University of California-Davis California 76 2
#85 University of Delaware Delaware 85 0
#109 Temple University Pennsylvania 3 0
#137 San Diego State University California 7 0
#202 East Carolina University North Carolina 3 0
#219 Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis Indiana 2 0
LAC #57 Wheaton College (IL) Illinois 37 1
— Maharishi International University Iowa 1 0

Purple: international students are 25% or more of the school's graduates.

Related jobs and pay

OccupationUS employmentMean hourly wageMean annual wage
Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary 221,270 — $147,570
Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists 172,340 $56.18 $116,840

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025.

Graduate counts: IPEDS Completions, US Department of Education, 2003–2025. Rankings: 2027 U.S. News.