General Biology at Charleston Southern University
If you plan to study General Biology, consider the program at Charleston Southern University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Charleston Southern University sits in Charleston, SC.
During the most recent reporting year, 43 general biology graduations were recorded at Charleston Southern University.
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Online Class Availability at Charleston Southern University
Many students take online classes at Charleston Southern University. Among 3,832 students, 689 (18%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,587 (41%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Charleston Southern University
Use these rankings to compare Charleston Southern University’s General Biology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | South Carolina | #19 of 24 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #20 of 25 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #218 of 293 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #263 of 296 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #896 of 1,237 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1192 of 1,249 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Charleston Southern University
Students who complete Charleston Southern 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 | $23,092 |
| 2 years | $27,822 |
| 4 years | $35,200 |
| 5 years | $45,859 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, General Biology graduates from Charleston Southern University report median earnings of $35,200, compared with $51,292 for all Charleston Southern University graduates — about 31% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for General Biology graduates from Charleston Southern University is $28,979.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for General Biology graduates at Charleston Southern University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, General Biology graduates at Charleston Southern University are 86% women (37) and 14% men (6).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Charleston Southern University
Among the 35 bachelor’s general biology degrees awarded at Charleston Southern University, 89% were women (31) and 11% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Charleston Southern University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 16 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 6 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 10 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 26% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Charleston Southern University, below the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at Charleston Southern University
Among the 8 master’s general biology degrees awarded at Charleston Southern University, 75% were women (6) and 25% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Charleston Southern University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 25% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Charleston Southern 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 Charleston Southern University
The General Biology program at Charleston Southern University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 43 |
Top-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Those who complete General Biology program at Charleston Southern University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid 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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