General Biology at CUNY Queens College
If you plan to study General Biology, take a look at what CUNY Queens College. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
CUNY Queens College is located in Queens, NY.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 75 general biology graduations were recorded at CUNY Queens College.
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Studying Online at CUNY Queens College
Online coursework is an option at CUNY Queens College. Among 15,965 students, 926 (6%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 5,592 (35%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at CUNY Queens College
These rankings give you a sense of how CUNY Queens College’s General Biology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #6 of 213 |
| Best Value | New York | #6 of 79 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #29 of 1,237 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #46 of 81 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #119 of 215 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #475 of 1,249 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from CUNY Queens College
Graduates of CUNY Queens College’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 | $28,576 |
| 2 years | $23,649 |
| 3 years | $37,892 |
| 4 years | $46,262 |
| 5 years | $62,269 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, General Biology graduates from CUNY Queens College earn a median of $46,262, compared with $60,081 for all CUNY Queens College graduates — about 23% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for General Biology graduates from CUNY Queens College comes in at $12,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of General Biology graduates at CUNY Queens College, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, General Biology graduates at CUNY Queens College are 55% women (41) and 45% men (34).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at CUNY Queens College
Of the 71 bachelor’s general biology graduates at CUNY Queens College, 54% were women (38) and 46% were men (33).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at CUNY Queens College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 17 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 17 |
| Black / African American | 9 |
| Asian | 24 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Minority students account for 72% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at CUNY Queens College, higher than the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at CUNY Queens College
Of the 4 master’s general biology degrees awarded at CUNY Queens College, 75% were women (3) and 25% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at CUNY Queens College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 50% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at CUNY Queens College, above 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 CUNY Queens College
The General Biology program at CUNY Queens College offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 75 |
Top-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Graduates of the General Biology program at CUNY Queens College pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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
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