General Biology at Georgetown University
If you plan to study General Biology, you may want to check out the program at Georgetown University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Georgetown University is located in Washington, DC.
During the most recent reporting year, 105 general biology degrees were awarded at Georgetown University.
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Studying Online at Georgetown University
Distance learning is available at Georgetown University. Of 20,031 students, 2,625 (13%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,344 (7%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Georgetown University
Rankings can help you compare Georgetown University’s General Biology program against other schools offering the same major.
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | District Of Columbia | #1 of 6 |
| Best Value | District Of Columbia | #4 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #7 of 215 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #34 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #203 of 213 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1205 of 1,237 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Georgetown University
Graduates of Georgetown 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 | $22,160 |
| 2 years | $34,847 |
| 3 years | $53,607 |
| 4 years | $51,400 |
| 5 years | $69,171 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, General Biology graduates from Georgetown University report median earnings of $51,400, compared with $103,843 for all Georgetown University graduates — about 51% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for General Biology graduates from Georgetown University is $17,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of General Biology graduates at Georgetown University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, General Biology graduates at Georgetown University are 73% women (77) and 27% men (28).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Georgetown University
Of the 73 bachelor’s general biology degrees awarded at Georgetown University, 75% were women (55) and 25% were men (18).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Georgetown University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 37 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 18 |
| Two or More Races | 5 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 41% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Georgetown University, lower than the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at Georgetown University
Among the 24 master’s general biology graduates at Georgetown University, 71% were women (17) and 29% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Georgetown University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 7 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 54% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Georgetown University, higher than the national average of 41%.*
General Biology Doctoral Program at Georgetown University
Of the 8 doctoral general biology graduates at Georgetown University, 62% were women (5) and 38% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology doctoral degree recipients at Georgetown University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 5 |
*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 Georgetown University
This General Biology program at Georgetown University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 43 |
| General Biomedical Sciences | 62 |
Highest-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Those who complete General Biology program at Georgetown University work across a variety of fields. Below are 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
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