Ecology & Systematics Biology at Emory University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Ecology & Systematics Biology, take a look at what Emory University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Emory University sits in Atlanta, GA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 159 ecology & systematics biology degrees were awarded at Emory University.
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Studying Online at Emory University
Many students take online classes at Emory University. Among 15,175 students, 925 (6%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,596 (30%) took at least some classes online.
Ecology & Systematics Biology Rankings at Emory University
These rankings give you a sense of how Emory University’s Ecology & Systematics Biology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Georgia | #1 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #3 of 31 |
| Best Value | Georgia | #3 of 3 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #19 of 30 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #32 of 146 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #103 of 139 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Georgia | #1 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #3 of 31 |
| Best Value | Georgia | #3 of 3 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #19 of 30 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #32 of 146 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #103 of 139 |
Earnings for Ecology & Systematics Biology Graduates from Emory University
Graduates of Emory University’s Ecology & Systematics Biology program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $54,991 |
| 2 years | $59,834 |
| 3 years | $67,064 |
| 4 years | $80,932 |
| 5 years | $93,094 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Ecology & Systematics Biology graduates from Emory University earn a median of $80,932, compared with $80,816 for all Emory University graduates — about 0% higher than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Ecology & Systematics Biology graduates at Emory University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Ecology & Systematics Biology graduates at Emory University are 79% women (126) and 21% men (33).
Ecology & Systematics Biology Master’s Program at Emory University
Of the 145 master’s ecology & systematics biology degrees awarded at Emory University, 79% were women (114) and 21% were men (31).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Ecology & Systematics Biology master’s degree recipients at Emory University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 56 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 16 |
| Black / African American | 13 |
| Asian | 23 |
| Two or More Races | 8 |
| International (Nonresident) | 28 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 41% of Ecology & Systematics Biology master’s degree recipients at Emory University, higher than the national average of 33%.*
Ecology & Systematics Biology Doctoral Program at Emory University
Of the 14 doctoral ecology & systematics biology graduates at Emory University, 86% were women (12) and 14% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Ecology & Systematics Biology doctoral degree recipients at Emory University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Minority students account for 29% of Ecology & Systematics Biology doctoral degree recipients at Emory University, higher than the national average of 22%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Ecology & Systematics Biology Concentrations at Emory University
The Ecology & Systematics Biology program at Emory University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Epidemiology | 159 |
Top-Paying Careers for Ecology & Systematics Biology Graduates
Graduates of the Ecology & Systematics Biology program at Emory University pursue many career paths. Here are the highest-paying careers for Ecology & Systematics Biology majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Statisticians | $130,349 |
| Biostatisticians | $121,594 |
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | $111,314 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Biological Technicians | $100,160 |
| Molecular and Cellular Biologists | $100,077 |
| Life Scientists, All Other | $97,541 |
| Bioinformatics Scientists | $92,484 |
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.