General Biology at Clemson University
What traits are you looking for in a school for General Biology, you may want to check out the program at Clemson University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Clemson University is in Clemson, SC.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 420 general biology degrees were granted at Clemson University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Clemson University
Distance learning is available at Clemson University. Among 29,077 students, 2,046 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 9,006 (31%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Clemson University
Rankings can help you compare Clemson University’s General Biology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #1 of 25 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #6 of 296 |
| Best Value | South Carolina | #20 of 24 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #57 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #199 of 293 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #775 of 1,237 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #1 of 25 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #6 of 296 |
| Best Value | South Carolina | #20 of 24 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #57 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #199 of 293 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #775 of 1,237 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Clemson University
Those who finish Clemson 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 | $27,318 |
| 2 years | $30,452 |
| 3 years | $44,152 |
| 4 years | $56,855 |
| 5 years | $67,251 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, General Biology graduates from Clemson University take home a median $56,855, compared with $66,054 for all Clemson University graduates — about 14% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for General Biology graduates from Clemson University stands at $23,250.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of General Biology graduates at Clemson University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, General Biology graduates at Clemson University are 72% women (301) and 28% men (119).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Clemson University
Of the 337 bachelor’s general biology degrees awarded at Clemson University, 69% were women (232) and 31% were men (105).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Clemson University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 259 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 26 |
| Black / African American | 21 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 23 |
| Unknown | 7 |
Minority students account for 21% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Clemson University, lower than the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at Clemson University
Among the 78 master’s general biology degrees awarded at Clemson University, 85% were women (66) and 15% were men (12).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Clemson University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 65 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 13% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Clemson University, below the national average of 41%.*
General Biology Doctoral Program at Clemson University
Among the 5 doctoral general biology degrees awarded at Clemson University, 60% were women (3) and 40% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology doctoral degree recipients at Clemson University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
*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 Clemson University
The General Biology program at Clemson University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 420 |
Top-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Students who finish General Biology program at Clemson University pursue many career paths. Below are 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.