General Biology at Boise State University
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Boise State University is in Boise, ID.
During the most recent reporting year, 135 general biology degrees were granted at Boise State University.
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Online Class Availability at Boise State University
Many students take online classes at Boise State University. Among 27,198 students, 5,241 (19%) studied exclusively online and 9,178 (34%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Boise State University
Use these rankings to compare Boise State University’s General Biology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Idaho | #2 of 8 |
| Best Value | Idaho | #6 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #12 of 37 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #28 of 37 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #488 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #687 of 1,237 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Boise State University
Students who complete Boise 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 | $24,915 |
| 2 years | $26,558 |
| 3 years | $35,187 |
| 4 years | $42,767 |
| 5 years | $54,715 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, General Biology graduates from Boise State University take home a median $42,767, compared with $56,673 for all Boise State University graduates — about 25% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for General Biology graduates from Boise State University stands at $22,988.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of General Biology graduates at Boise State University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, General Biology graduates at Boise State University are 64% women (87) and 36% men (48).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Boise State University
Among the 124 bachelor’s general biology degrees awarded at Boise State University, 66% were women (82) and 34% were men (42).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Boise State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 86 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 16 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 13 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 28% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Boise State University, below the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at Boise State University
Of the 11 master’s general biology graduates at Boise State University, 45% were women (5) and 55% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Boise State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 36% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Boise State University, lower than 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 Boise State University
The General Biology program at Boise State University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 135 |
Top-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Those who complete General Biology program at Boise State University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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.