General Biology at Alabama A & M University
If you are interested in studying General Biology, you may want to check out the program at Alabama A & M University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Alabama A & M University is in Normal, AL.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 92 general biology degrees were granted at Alabama A & M University.
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Online Class Availability at Alabama A & M University
Distance learning is available at Alabama A & M University. Among 7,295 students, 325 (4%) studied exclusively online and 4,821 (66%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Alabama A & M University
Use these rankings to compare Alabama A & M University’s General Biology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Alabama | #7 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #17 of 19 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #142 of 293 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #271 of 296 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #605 of 1,237 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1205 of 1,249 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Alabama A & M University
Those who finish Alabama A & M University’s General Biology program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $23,306 |
| 2 years | $27,257 |
| 3 years | $31,861 |
| 4 years | $38,711 |
| 5 years | $41,986 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, General Biology graduates from Alabama A & M University report median earnings of $38,711, compared with $49,036 for all Alabama A & M University graduates — about 21% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for General Biology graduates from Alabama A & M University stands at $28,271.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for General Biology graduates at Alabama A & M University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, General Biology graduates at Alabama A & M University are 87% women (80) and 13% men (12).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Alabama A & M University
Of the 83 bachelor’s general biology graduates at Alabama A & M University, 89% were women (74) and 11% were men (9).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Alabama A & M University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 77 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 96% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Alabama A & M University, above the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at Alabama A & M University
Of the 9 master’s general biology graduates at Alabama A & M University, 67% were women (6) and 33% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Alabama A & M University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Black / African American | 8 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 89% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Alabama A & M University, above the national average of 41%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific General Biology Concentrations at Alabama A & M University
This General Biology program at Alabama A & M University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 92 |
Top-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Those who complete General Biology program at Alabama A & M University work across a variety of fields. Below are the highest-paying careers for General Biology majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | $111,314 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Food Science Technicians | $100,898 |
| Biological Technicians | $100,160 |
| Molecular and Cellular Biologists | $100,077 |
| Life Scientists, All Other | $97,541 |
| Bioinformatics Scientists | $92,484 |
| Forensic Science Technicians | $85,117 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.