General Biology at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt
What traits are you looking for in a school for General Biology, take a look at what California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt sits in Arcata, CA.
During the most recent reporting year, 119 general biology graduations were recorded at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt.
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Online Class Availability at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt
Many students take online classes at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt. Among 6,237 students, 548 (9%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,932 (47%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt
Use these rankings to compare California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt’s General Biology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #60 of 138 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #71 of 189 |
| Best Value | California | #90 of 137 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #104 of 187 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #302 of 1,237 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #358 of 1,249 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt
Graduates of California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt’s General Biology program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $25,491 |
| 2 years | $28,411 |
| 3 years | $33,880 |
| 4 years | $39,303 |
| 5 years | $50,531 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, General Biology graduates from California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt take home a median $39,303, compared with $44,237 for all California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt graduates — about 11% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for General Biology graduates from California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt comes in at $20,200.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for General Biology graduates at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, General Biology graduates at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt are 65% women (77) and 35% men (42).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt
Among the 96 bachelor’s general biology degrees awarded at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt, 61% were women (59) and 39% were men (37).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 50 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 31 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 9 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 46% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt, lower than the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt
Of the 23 master’s general biology graduates at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt, 78% were women (18) and 22% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 16 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 17% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt, below 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 California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt
The General Biology program at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 119 |
Top-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Those who complete General Biology program at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the highest-paying 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
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