General Biology at Chatham University
If you are interested in studying General Biology, take a look at what Chatham University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Chatham University is in Pittsburgh, PA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 70 general biology degrees were granted at Chatham University.
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Online Class Availability at Chatham University
Many students take online classes at Chatham University. Of 2,309 students, 335 (15%) studied exclusively online and 716 (31%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Chatham University
These rankings give you a sense of how Chatham University’s General Biology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #23 of 79 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #43 of 79 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #63 of 215 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #129 of 213 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #256 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #964 of 1,237 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Chatham University
Students who complete Chatham University’s General Biology program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $33,637 |
| 2 years | $35,982 |
| 4 years | $62,661 |
| 5 years | $69,804 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, General Biology graduates from Chatham University earn a median of $62,661, compared with $78,166 for all Chatham University graduates — about 20% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for General Biology graduates from Chatham University stands at $26,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of General Biology graduates at Chatham University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, General Biology graduates at Chatham University are 81% women (57) and 19% men (13).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Chatham University
Of the 47 bachelor’s general biology degrees awarded at Chatham University, 89% were women (42) and 11% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Chatham University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 39 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Minority students account for 11% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Chatham University, lower than the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at Chatham University
Of the 23 master’s general biology graduates at Chatham University, 65% were women (15) and 35% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Chatham University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 15 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 30% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Chatham 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 Chatham University
The General Biology program at Chatham University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 50 |
| General Biomedical Sciences | 20 |
Highest-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Graduates of the General Biology program at Chatham University work across a variety of fields. Here are 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.