General Biology at Ball State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for General Biology, consider the program at Ball State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Ball State University sits in Muncie, IN.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 142 general biology degrees were awarded at Ball State University.
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Studying Online at Ball State University
Online coursework is an option at Ball State University. Among 21,089 students, 5,957 (28%) studied exclusively online and 7,416 (35%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Ball State University
Rankings can help you compare Ball State University’s General Biology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Indiana | #10 of 28 |
| Best Value | Indiana | #12 of 28 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #44 of 164 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #51 of 163 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #388 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #484 of 1,237 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Ball State University
Those who finish Ball 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 | $29,021 |
| 2 years | $29,685 |
| 3 years | $32,144 |
| 4 years | $42,013 |
| 5 years | $47,824 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, General Biology graduates from Ball State University earn a median of $42,013, compared with $53,575 for all Ball State University graduates — about 22% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for General Biology graduates from Ball State University stands at $24,333.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for General Biology graduates at Ball State University, by degree type.
Program-wide, General Biology graduates at Ball State University are 71% women (101) and 29% men (41).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Ball State University
Of the 128 bachelor’s general biology graduates at Ball State University, 73% were women (93) and 27% were men (35).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Ball State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 93 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 9 |
| Black / African American | 7 |
| Asian | 9 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 6 |
Minority students account for 22% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Ball State University, lower than the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at Ball State University
Of the 14 master’s general biology graduates at Ball State University, 57% were women (8) and 43% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Ball State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 11 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Minority students account for 7% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Ball State University, below 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 Ball State University
The General Biology program at Ball State University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 142 |
Best-Paid Careers for General Biology Graduates
Graduates of the General Biology program at Ball 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
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