General Biology at American University
If you plan to study General Biology, you may want to check out the program at American University. Get started with the following essential facts.
American University is located in Washington, DC.
During the most recent reporting year, 40 general biology graduations were recorded at American University.
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Studying Online at American University
Many students take online classes at American University. Of 12,321 students, 895 (7%) studied exclusively online and 1,822 (15%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at American University
Rankings can help you compare American University’s General Biology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | District Of Columbia | #4 of 6 |
| Best Value | District Of Columbia | #5 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #107 of 215 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #209 of 213 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #437 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1220 of 1,237 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from American University
Students who complete American 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 | $33,080 |
| 2 years | $30,771 |
| 5 years | $54,479 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for General Biology graduates from American University comes in at $19,866.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for General Biology graduates at American University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, General Biology graduates at American University are 82% women (33) and 18% men (7).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at American University
Of the 37 bachelor’s general biology degrees awarded at American University, 81% were women (30) and 19% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at American University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 16 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 10 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 5 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 54% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at American University, above the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at American University
Of the 3 master’s general biology degrees awarded at American 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 American University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 67% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at American 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 American University
This General Biology program at American University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 40 |
Best-Paid Careers for General Biology Graduates
Students who finish General Biology program at American University work across a variety of fields. Below are 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.