General Biology at DePaul University
What traits are you looking for in a school for General Biology, you may want to check out the program at DePaul University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
DePaul University is located in Chicago, IL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 55 general biology degrees were granted at DePaul University.
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Online Class Availability at DePaul University
Online coursework is an option at DePaul University. Of 21,210 students, 2,424 (11%) studied exclusively online and 9,056 (43%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at DePaul University
These rankings give you a sense of how DePaul University’s General Biology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #14 of 42 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #39 of 41 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #46 of 164 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #153 of 163 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #414 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1072 of 1,237 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from DePaul University
Graduates of DePaul 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 | $25,467 |
| 2 years | $31,236 |
| 3 years | $41,019 |
| 4 years | $56,990 |
| 5 years | $62,046 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, General Biology graduates from DePaul University earn a median of $56,990, compared with $71,700 for all DePaul University graduates — about 21% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for General Biology graduates from DePaul University comes in at $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for General Biology graduates at DePaul University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, General Biology graduates at DePaul University are 65% women (36) and 35% men (19).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at DePaul University
Among the 47 bachelor’s general biology degrees awarded at DePaul University, 64% were women (30) and 36% were men (17).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at DePaul University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 16 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 19 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Asian | 7 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 66% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at DePaul University, above the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at DePaul University
Of the 8 master’s general biology degrees awarded at DePaul University, 75% were women (6) and 25% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at DePaul University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Unknown | 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 DePaul University
This General Biology program at DePaul University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 55 |
Highest-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Those who complete General Biology program at DePaul University work across a variety of fields. Below are the top-paying 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.