General Biology at Elizabeth City State University
If you are interested in studying General Biology, take a look at what Elizabeth City State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Elizabeth City State University is located in Elizabeth City, NC.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 35 general biology degrees were awarded at Elizabeth City State University.
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Online Class Availability at Elizabeth City State University
Distance learning is available at Elizabeth City State University. Of 2,258 students, 554 (25%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,233 (55%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Elizabeth City State University
Use these rankings to compare Elizabeth City State University’s General Biology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | North Carolina | #6 of 37 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #34 of 37 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #50 of 293 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #237 of 1,237 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #259 of 296 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1183 of 1,249 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Elizabeth City State University
Students who complete Elizabeth City State 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 | $29,777 |
| 2 years | $29,141 |
| 4 years | $39,655 |
| 5 years | $44,906 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, General Biology graduates from Elizabeth City State University take home a median $39,655, compared with $35,365 for all Elizabeth City State University graduates — about 12% higher than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of General Biology graduates at Elizabeth City State University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, General Biology graduates at Elizabeth City State University are 69% women (24) and 31% men (11).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Elizabeth City State University
Of the 30 bachelor’s general biology graduates at Elizabeth City State University, 73% were women (22) and 27% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Elizabeth City State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Black / African American | 23 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 83% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Elizabeth City State University, above the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at Elizabeth City State University
Of the 5 master’s general biology degrees awarded at Elizabeth City State University, 40% were women (2) and 60% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Elizabeth City State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 80% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Elizabeth City State University, 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 Elizabeth City State University
This General Biology program at Elizabeth City State University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 35 |
Best-Paid Careers for General Biology Graduates
Students who finish General Biology program at Elizabeth City State University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the top-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.