General Biology at East Carolina University
If you are interested in studying General Biology, take a look at what East Carolina University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
East Carolina University is located in Greenville, NC.
During the most recent reporting year, 247 general biology degrees were awarded at East Carolina University.
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Online Class Availability at East Carolina University
Many students take online classes at East Carolina University. Of 26,940 students, 8,356 (31%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 11,786 (44%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at East Carolina University
Rankings can help you compare East Carolina University’s General Biology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | North Carolina | #12 of 37 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #13 of 37 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #94 of 296 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #125 of 293 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #538 of 1,237 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #635 of 1,249 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from East Carolina University
Graduates of East Carolina University’s General Biology program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $32,720 |
| 2 years | $32,467 |
| 3 years | $38,776 |
| 4 years | $47,217 |
| 5 years | $55,044 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, General Biology graduates from East Carolina University earn a median of $47,217, compared with $61,153 for all East Carolina University graduates — about 23% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for General Biology graduates from East Carolina University is $26,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for General Biology graduates at East Carolina University, by degree type.
Program-wide, General Biology graduates at East Carolina University are 57% women (142) and 43% men (105).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at East Carolina University
Of the 228 bachelor’s general biology degrees awarded at East Carolina University, 58% were women (133) and 42% were men (95).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at East Carolina University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 109 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 31 |
| Black / African American | 54 |
| Asian | 19 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 7 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 6 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 49% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at East Carolina University, higher than the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at East Carolina University
Of the 19 master’s general biology graduates at East Carolina University, 47% were women (9) and 53% were men (10).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at East Carolina University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 16 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 16% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at East Carolina University, below 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 East Carolina University
This General Biology program at East Carolina University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 241 |
| General Biomedical Sciences | 6 |
Top-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Graduates of the General Biology program at East Carolina University work across a variety of fields. Below are 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.