Genetics at Long Island University
If you are interested in studying Genetics, consider the program at Long Island University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Long Island University is in Brookville, NY.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 12 genetics graduations were recorded at Long Island University.
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Studying Online at Long Island University
Many students take online classes at Long Island University. Of 16,689 students, 327 (2%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 114 (1%) took at least some classes online.
Genetics Rankings at Long Island University
Rankings can help you compare Long Island University’s Genetics program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New York | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #3 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #6 of 7 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #31 of 40 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #35 of 41 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Genetics graduates at Long Island University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Genetics graduates at Long Island University are 83% women (10) and 17% men (2).
Genetics Master’s Program at Long Island University
Among the 12 master’s genetics graduates at Long Island University, 83% were women (10) and 17% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Genetics master’s degree recipients at Long Island University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Minority students account for 17% of Genetics master’s degree recipients at Long Island University, below the national average of 30%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Genetics Concentrations at Long Island University
The Genetics program at Long Island University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Human/Medical Genetics | 12 |
Top-Paying Careers for Genetics Graduates
Graduates of the Genetics program at Long Island University work across a variety of fields. Below are the highest-paying careers for Genetics 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 |
| Biological Technicians | $100,160 |
| Molecular and Cellular Biologists | $100,077 |
| Bioinformatics Scientists | $92,484 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $79,550 |
| Genetic Counselors | $58,726 |
| Biologists | $54,070 |
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.