General Biology at Auburn University
What traits are you looking for in a school for General Biology, you may want to check out the program at Auburn University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Auburn University is in Auburn, AL.
During the most recent reporting year, 380 general biology degrees were awarded at Auburn University.
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Studying Online at Auburn University
Distance learning is available at Auburn University. Among 34,145 students, 3,255 (10%) studied exclusively online and 10,871 (32%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Auburn University
Use these rankings to compare Auburn University’s General Biology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #2 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #10 of 296 |
| Best Value | Alabama | #16 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #98 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #229 of 293 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #887 of 1,237 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #2 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #10 of 296 |
| Best Value | Alabama | #16 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #98 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #229 of 293 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #887 of 1,237 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Auburn University
Students who complete Auburn 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 | $27,151 |
| 2 years | $27,048 |
| 3 years | $48,965 |
| 4 years | $56,201 |
| 5 years | $78,788 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, General Biology graduates from Auburn University report median earnings of $56,201, compared with $71,277 for all Auburn University graduates — about 21% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for General Biology graduates from Auburn University stands at $23,750.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of General Biology graduates at Auburn University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, General Biology graduates at Auburn University are 70% women (267) and 30% men (113).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Auburn University
Of the 321 bachelor’s general biology degrees awarded at Auburn University, 72% were women (230) and 28% were men (91).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Auburn University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 258 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 18 |
| Black / African American | 15 |
| Asian | 14 |
| Two or More Races | 12 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 18% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Auburn University, below the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at Auburn University
Among the 33 master’s general biology degrees awarded at Auburn University, 76% were women (25) and 24% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Auburn University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 24 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 18% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Auburn University, below the national average of 41%.*
General Biology Doctoral Program at Auburn University
Among the 26 doctoral general biology degrees awarded at Auburn University, 46% were women (12) and 54% were men (14).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology doctoral degree recipients at Auburn University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Asian | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 15 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 8% of General Biology doctoral degree recipients at Auburn University, lower than the national average of 26%.*
*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 Auburn University
The General Biology program at Auburn University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 57 |
| General Biomedical Sciences | 323 |
Highest-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Graduates of the General Biology program at Auburn University pursue many career paths. Here are the top-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.