General Biology at Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus
If you plan to study General Biology, consider the program at Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus. Get started with the following essential facts.
Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus is located in Teaneck, NJ.
During the most recent reporting year, 47 general biology graduations were recorded at Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus.
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Studying Online at Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus
Many students take online classes at Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus. Of 8,045 students, 1,759 (22%) studied exclusively online and 1,207 (15%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus
Use these rankings to compare Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus’s General Biology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New Jersey | #9 of 25 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #18 of 25 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #46 of 213 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #139 of 215 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #480 of 1,237 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #606 of 1,249 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus
Students who complete Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus’s General Biology program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $16,972 |
| 2 years | $25,658 |
| 3 years | $35,477 |
| 4 years | $55,349 |
| 5 years | $66,783 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, General Biology graduates from Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus report median earnings of $55,349, compared with $65,878 for all Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus graduates — about 16% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for General Biology graduates from Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus is $25,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of General Biology graduates at Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, General Biology graduates at Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus are 68% women (32) and 32% men (15).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus
Among the 29 bachelor’s general biology graduates at Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus, 69% were women (20) and 31% were men (9).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 10 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 66% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus, higher than the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus
Of the 18 master’s general biology graduates at Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus, 67% were women (12) and 33% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 7 |
| International (Nonresident) | 6 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 39% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus, lower 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 Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus
The General Biology program at Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 47 |
Top-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Those who complete General Biology program at Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus work across a variety of fields. Below are the best-paid 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.