General Biology at Kent State University at Kent
If you plan to study General Biology, take a look at what Kent State University at Kent. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Kent State University at Kent is located in Kent, OH.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 154 general biology graduations were recorded at Kent State University at Kent.
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Online Class Availability at Kent State University at Kent
Many students take online classes at Kent State University at Kent. Of 26,374 students, 4,457 (17%) studied exclusively online and 12,660 (48%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Kent State University at Kent
Rankings can help you compare Kent State University at Kent’s General Biology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Ohio | #14 of 41 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Ohio | #17 of 41 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #71 of 164 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #84 of 163 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #574 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #708 of 1,237 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Kent State University at Kent
Those who finish Kent State University at Kent’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 | $26,413 |
| 2 years | $27,947 |
| 3 years | $35,333 |
| 4 years | $43,348 |
| 5 years | $57,546 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, General Biology graduates from Kent State University at Kent earn a median of $43,348, compared with $52,827 for all Kent State University at Kent graduates — about 18% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for General Biology graduates from Kent State University at Kent is $25,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of General Biology graduates at Kent State University at Kent, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, General Biology graduates at Kent State University at Kent are 68% women (104) and 32% men (50).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Kent State University at Kent
Among the 145 bachelor’s general biology graduates at Kent State University at Kent, 69% were women (100) and 31% were men (45).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Kent State University at Kent.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 112 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 10 |
| Black / African American | 10 |
| Asian | 6 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 19% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Kent State University at Kent, below the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at Kent State University at Kent
Of the 9 master’s general biology graduates at Kent State University at Kent, 44% were women (4) and 56% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Kent State University at Kent.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 44% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Kent State University at Kent, higher 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 Kent State University at Kent
The General Biology program at Kent State University at Kent offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 154 |
Best-Paid Careers for General Biology Graduates
Graduates of the General Biology program at Kent State University at Kent go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the top-paying 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.