Genetics at Emory University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Genetics, you may want to check out the program at Emory University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Emory University is in Atlanta, GA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 13 genetics degrees were awarded at Emory University.
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Online Class Availability at Emory University
Distance learning is available at Emory University. Of 15,175 students, 925 (6%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,596 (30%) took at least some classes online.
Genetics Rankings at Emory University
Use these rankings to compare Emory University’s Genetics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Georgia | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Georgia | #2 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #4 of 7 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #6 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #29 of 41 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #32 of 40 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Genetics graduates at Emory University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Genetics graduates at Emory University are 92% women (12) and 8% men (1).
Genetics Master’s Program at Emory University
Among the 13 master’s genetics degrees awarded at Emory University, 92% were women (12) and 8% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Genetics master’s degree recipients at Emory University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Minority students account for 31% of Genetics master’s degree recipients at Emory University, higher than the national average of 30%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Genetics Concentrations at Emory University
The Genetics program at Emory University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Human/Medical Genetics | 13 |
Top-Paying Careers for Genetics Graduates
Students who finish Genetics program at Emory University pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-paying careers for Genetics 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 |
| Biological Technicians | $100,160 |
| Molecular and Cellular Biologists | $100,077 |
| Bioinformatics Scientists | $92,484 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $79,550 |
| Genetic Counselors | $58,726 |
| Biologists | $54,070 |
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.