Biotechnology at Kean University
If you plan to study Biotechnology, you may want to check out the program at Kean University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Kean University is located in Union, NJ.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 11 biotechnology degrees were awarded at Kean University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Kean University
Many students take online classes at Kean University. Of 13,905 students, 1,667 (12%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,546 (11%) took at least some classes online.
Biotechnology Rankings at Kean University
Rankings can help you compare Kean University’s Biotechnology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New Jersey | #1 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #3 of 3 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #3 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #15 of 22 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #17 of 82 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #50 of 84 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Biotechnology graduates at Kean University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Biotechnology graduates at Kean University are 64% women (7) and 36% men (4).
Biotechnology Master’s Program at Kean University
Of the 11 master’s biotechnology degrees awarded at Kean University, 64% were women (7) and 36% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biotechnology master’s degree recipients at Kean University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 73% of Biotechnology master’s degree recipients at Kean University, higher than the national average of 33%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Biotechnology Concentrations at Kean University
This Biotechnology program at Kean University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biotechnology | 11 |
Top-Paying Careers for Biotechnology Graduates
Those who complete Biotechnology program at Kean University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Biotechnology graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Molecular and Cellular Biologists | $100,077 |
| Bioinformatics Scientists | $92,484 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $79,550 |
| Biologists | $54,070 |
| Geneticists | $48,526 |
| Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $41,048 |
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.