Genetics at Clemson University
If you are interested in studying Genetics, consider the program at Clemson University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Clemson University is located in Clemson, SC.
During the most recent reporting year, 60 genetics degrees were awarded at Clemson University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Clemson University
Online coursework is an option at Clemson University. Among 29,077 students, 2,046 (7%) studied exclusively online and 9,006 (31%) took at least some classes online.
Genetics Rankings at Clemson University
Rankings can help you compare Clemson University’s Genetics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | South Carolina | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #4 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #6 of 7 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #25 of 40 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #37 of 41 |
Earnings for Genetics Graduates from Clemson University
Students who complete Clemson University’s Genetics program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $28,199 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Genetics graduates from Clemson University stands at $22,225.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Genetics graduates at Clemson University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Genetics graduates at Clemson University are 87% women (52) and 13% men (8).
Genetics Bachelor’s Program at Clemson University
Among the 42 bachelor’s genetics graduates at Clemson University, 93% were women (39) and 7% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Genetics bachelor’s degree recipients at Clemson University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 32 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Two or More Races | 5 |
Minority students account for 24% of Genetics bachelor’s degree recipients at Clemson University, lower than the national average of 28%.*
Genetics Master’s Program at Clemson University
Among the 10 master’s genetics graduates at Clemson University, 60% were women (6) and 40% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Genetics master’s degree recipients at Clemson University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Genetics Doctoral Program at Clemson University
Of the 8 doctoral genetics degrees awarded at Clemson University, 88% were women (7) and 12% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Genetics doctoral degree recipients at Clemson University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 12% of Genetics doctoral degree recipients at Clemson University, below the national average of 18%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Genetics Concentrations at Clemson University
The Genetics program at Clemson University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Animal Genetics | 54 |
| Human/Medical Genetics | 6 |
Best-Paid Careers for Genetics Graduates
Students who finish Genetics program at Clemson University go on to a range of careers. Below are the best-paid careers for Genetics 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 |
| Biological Technicians | $100,160 |
| Molecular and Cellular Biologists | $100,077 |
| Bioinformatics Scientists | $92,484 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $79,550 |
| Genetic Counselors | $58,726 |
| Biologists | $54,070 |
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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