Major · CIP 26.12

Biotechnology

972 international students graduated in Biotechnology in the 2024–25 academic year. 206 four-year schools offer it.

STEM-designated · OPT up to 36 monthsSciences & Mathematics
972
International graduates, 2024–25
56 bachelor's · 870 master's · 9 doctoral
36 months
OPT after graduation
206
Four-year schools that offer it
3
Related occupations

Occupations related to Biotechnology

Annual openings and 10-year change: BLS projections 2025-35. Median pay: BLS, May 2025. LCA filings: Apr 2025–Mar 2026.

OccupationAnnual openings10-yr changeMedian payLCA filings
Biological Scientists, All OtherSOC 19-10294,300 openings a year · 4,637 LCA filings4,300+4.7%$98,9204,637
Biological TechniciansSOC 19-40219,400 openings a year · 934 LCA filings9,400+7.4%$57,510934
Natural Sciences ManagersSOC 11-91219,200 openings a year · 750 LCA filings9,200+8.2%$167,220750

College teaching in this field: Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary · usually requires a doctorate

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Sources: IPEDS Completions 2024–25 (U.S. Department of Education) · DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List · BLS OEWS, May 2025 · BLS Employment Projections 2025-35 · U.S. Department of Labor LCA disclosure data, Apr 2025–Mar 2026. Methodology