General Biology at Indiana University-Indianapolis
What traits are you looking for in a school for General Biology, consider the program at Indiana University-Indianapolis. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Indiana University-Indianapolis sits in Indianapolis, IN.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 192 general biology graduations were recorded at Indiana University-Indianapolis.
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Online & Distance Learning at Indiana University-Indianapolis
Distance learning is available at Indiana University-Indianapolis. Among 22,534 students, 3,022 (13%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 9,340 (41%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Indiana University-Indianapolis
Rankings can help you compare Indiana University-Indianapolis’s General Biology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Indiana | #3 of 28 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Indiana | #9 of 28 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #10 of 163 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #42 of 164 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #210 of 1,237 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #352 of 1,249 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Indiana | #3 of 28 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Indiana | #9 of 28 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #10 of 163 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #42 of 164 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #210 of 1,237 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #352 of 1,249 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Indiana University-Indianapolis
Graduates of Indiana University-Indianapolis’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 | $32,857 |
| 2 years | $34,427 |
| 3 years | $40,971 |
| 4 years | $48,121 |
| 5 years | $62,838 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, General Biology graduates from Indiana University-Indianapolis report median earnings of $48,121, compared with $67,436 for all Indiana University-Indianapolis graduates — about 29% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for General Biology graduates from Indiana University-Indianapolis stands at $22,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of General Biology graduates at Indiana University-Indianapolis, by degree type.
Program-wide, General Biology graduates at Indiana University-Indianapolis are 61% women (118) and 39% men (74).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Indiana University-Indianapolis
Among the 167 bachelor’s general biology degrees awarded at Indiana University-Indianapolis, 62% were women (103) and 38% were men (64).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Indiana University-Indianapolis.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 88 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 19 |
| Black / African American | 15 |
| Asian | 23 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 17 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 46% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Indiana University-Indianapolis, below the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at Indiana University-Indianapolis
Of the 17 master’s general biology degrees awarded at Indiana University-Indianapolis, 53% were women (9) and 47% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Indiana University-Indianapolis.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 47% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Indiana University-Indianapolis, higher than the national average of 41%.*
General Biology Doctoral Program at Indiana University-Indianapolis
Among the 6 doctoral general biology graduates at Indiana University-Indianapolis, 83% were women (5) and 17% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology doctoral degree recipients at Indiana University-Indianapolis.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
Minority students account for 17% of General Biology doctoral degree recipients at Indiana University-Indianapolis, below the national average of 26%.*
*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 Indiana University-Indianapolis
This General Biology program at Indiana University-Indianapolis offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 192 |
Top-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Graduates of the General Biology program at Indiana University-Indianapolis pursue many career paths. Here are the top-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
More about our data sources and methodologies.
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