General Biology at College of Staten Island CUNY
What traits are you looking for in a school for General Biology, consider the program at College of Staten Island CUNY. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
College of Staten Island CUNY is in Staten Island, NY.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 128 general biology graduations were recorded at College of Staten Island CUNY.
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Studying Online at College of Staten Island CUNY
Many students take online classes at College of Staten Island CUNY. Of 11,033 students, 832 (8%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,153 (38%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at College of Staten Island CUNY
Use these rankings to compare College of Staten Island CUNY’s General Biology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New York | #10 of 79 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #11 of 213 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #61 of 81 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #77 of 1,237 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #156 of 215 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #715 of 1,249 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from College of Staten Island CUNY
Those who finish College of Staten Island CUNY’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 | $15,634 |
| 4 years | $45,478 |
| 5 years | $68,849 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, General Biology graduates from College of Staten Island CUNY earn a median of $45,478, compared with $58,992 for all College of Staten Island CUNY graduates — about 23% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for General Biology graduates from College of Staten Island CUNY comes in at $19,350.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for General Biology graduates at College of Staten Island CUNY, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, General Biology graduates at College of Staten Island CUNY are 65% women (83) and 35% men (45).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at College of Staten Island CUNY
Among the 122 bachelor’s general biology graduates at College of Staten Island CUNY, 65% were women (79) and 35% were men (43).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at College of Staten Island CUNY.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 50 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 24 |
| Black / African American | 12 |
| Asian | 31 |
| Two or More Races | 5 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 59% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at College of Staten Island CUNY, higher than the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at College of Staten Island CUNY
Among the 6 master’s general biology degrees awarded at College of Staten Island CUNY, 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 College of Staten Island CUNY.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 50% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at College of Staten Island CUNY, higher 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 College of Staten Island CUNY
This General Biology program at College of Staten Island CUNY includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 128 |
Highest-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Graduates of the General Biology program at College of Staten Island CUNY go on to a range of careers. Here are the best-paid 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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