General Biology at Central Washington University
If you are interested in studying General Biology, take a look at what Central Washington University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Central Washington University is in Ellensburg, WA.
During the most recent reporting year, 75 general biology graduations were recorded at Central Washington University.
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Studying Online at Central Washington University
Many students take online classes at Central Washington University. Among 10,811 students, 2,377 (22%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,856 (36%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Central Washington University
Rankings can help you compare Central Washington University’s General Biology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Washington | #15 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #20 of 23 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #128 of 187 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #141 of 189 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #467 of 1,237 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #740 of 1,249 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Central Washington University
Those who finish Central Washington 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 | $28,926 |
| 2 years | $26,817 |
| 3 years | $34,066 |
| 4 years | $38,098 |
| 5 years | $51,199 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, General Biology graduates from Central Washington University earn a median of $38,098, compared with $54,307 for all Central Washington University graduates — about 30% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for General Biology graduates from Central Washington University comes in at $25,790.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of General Biology graduates at Central Washington University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, General Biology graduates at Central Washington University are 71% women (53) and 29% men (22).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Central Washington University
Among the 69 bachelor’s general biology graduates at Central Washington University, 71% were women (49) and 29% were men (20).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Central Washington University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 37 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 18 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 5 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 45% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Central Washington University, lower than the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at Central Washington University
Among the 6 master’s general biology graduates at Central Washington University, 67% were women (4) and 33% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Central Washington University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 33% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Central Washington 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 Central Washington University
The General Biology program at Central Washington University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 75 |
Top-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Students who finish General Biology program at Central Washington University work across a variety of fields. Below 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
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