General Biology at Jacksonville State University
If you are interested in studying General Biology, take a look at what Jacksonville State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Jacksonville State University sits in Jacksonville, AL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 87 general biology degrees were awarded at Jacksonville State University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Jacksonville State University
Distance learning is available at Jacksonville State University. Among 9,955 students, 2,358 (24%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 5,026 (50%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Jacksonville State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Jacksonville State University’s General Biology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #6 of 19 |
| Best Value | Alabama | #6 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #97 of 296 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #102 of 293 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #464 of 1,237 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #656 of 1,249 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Jacksonville State University
Graduates of Jacksonville State University’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 | $25,746 |
| 2 years | $25,194 |
| 3 years | $34,086 |
| 4 years | $40,744 |
| 5 years | $42,418 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, General Biology graduates from Jacksonville State University earn a median of $40,744, compared with $49,287 for all Jacksonville State University graduates — about 17% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for General Biology graduates from Jacksonville State University stands at $22,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for General Biology graduates at Jacksonville State University, by degree type.
Program-wide, General Biology graduates at Jacksonville State University are 63% women (55) and 37% men (32).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Jacksonville State University
Among the 70 bachelor’s general biology graduates at Jacksonville State University, 63% were women (44) and 37% were men (26).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Jacksonville State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 37 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 20 |
| Asian | 2 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 41% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Jacksonville State University, lower than the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at Jacksonville State University
Of the 17 master’s general biology degrees awarded at Jacksonville State University, 65% were women (11) and 35% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Jacksonville State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 35% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Jacksonville State University, 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 Jacksonville State University
The General Biology program at Jacksonville State University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 87 |
Highest-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Those who complete General Biology program at Jacksonville State University 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.