General Biology at Alabama State University
If you are interested in studying General Biology, you may want to check out the program at Alabama State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Alabama State University sits in Montgomery, AL.
During the most recent reporting year, 54 general biology graduations were recorded at Alabama State University.
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Online Class Availability at Alabama State University
Many students take online classes at Alabama State University. Of 4,081 students, 548 (13%) studied exclusively online and 3,080 (75%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Alabama State University
Use these rankings to compare Alabama State University’s General Biology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Alabama | #4 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #18 of 19 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #120 of 293 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #274 of 296 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #576 of 1,237 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1210 of 1,249 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Alabama State University
Graduates of Alabama State University’s General Biology program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $23,957 |
| 2 years | $16,992 |
| 3 years | $30,003 |
| 4 years | $33,460 |
| 5 years | $46,828 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, General Biology graduates from Alabama State University report median earnings of $33,460, compared with $42,392 for all Alabama State University graduates — about 21% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for General Biology graduates from Alabama State University comes in at $31,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of General Biology graduates at Alabama State University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, General Biology graduates at Alabama State University are 80% women (43) and 20% men (11).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Alabama State University
Of the 51 bachelor’s general biology graduates at Alabama State University, 78% were women (40) and 22% were men (11).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Alabama State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Black / African American | 49 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
Minority students account for 98% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Alabama State University, higher than the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at Alabama State University
Of the 3 master’s general biology graduates at Alabama State University, 100% were women (3) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Alabama State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Black / African American | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 100% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Alabama State 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 State University
This General Biology program at Alabama State University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 54 |
Highest-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Students who finish General Biology program at Alabama State University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for General Biology graduates, 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.