General Biology at Hood College
If you plan to study General Biology, consider the program at Hood College. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Hood College sits in Frederick, MD.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 30 general biology graduations were recorded at Hood College.
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Online Class Availability at Hood College
Many students take online classes at Hood College. Of 2,101 students, 376 (18%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 234 (11%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Hood College
Use these rankings to compare Hood College’s General Biology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Maryland | #10 of 20 |
| Best Value | Maryland | #15 of 20 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #122 of 213 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #144 of 215 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #618 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #915 of 1,237 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Hood College
Graduates of Hood College’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 | $34,789 |
| 3 years | $51,197 |
| 4 years | $54,923 |
| 5 years | $54,473 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, General Biology graduates from Hood College take home a median $54,923, compared with $60,937 for all Hood College graduates — about 10% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for General Biology graduates from Hood College is $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of General Biology graduates at Hood College, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, General Biology graduates at Hood College are 80% women (24) and 20% men (6).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Hood College
Of the 18 bachelor’s general biology graduates at Hood College, 89% were women (16) and 11% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Hood College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 44% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Hood College, below the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at Hood College
Among the 12 master’s general biology graduates at Hood College, 67% were women (8) and 33% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Hood College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 33% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Hood College, 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 Hood College
This General Biology program at Hood College breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 18 |
| General Biomedical Sciences | 12 |
Highest-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Students who finish General Biology program at Hood College go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for General Biology majors, 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.