General Biology at Marquette University
What traits are you looking for in a school for General Biology, consider the program at Marquette University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Marquette University sits in Milwaukee, WI.
During the most recent reporting year, 178 general biology graduations were recorded at Marquette University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Marquette University
Distance learning is available at Marquette University. Of 11,746 students, 546 (5%) studied exclusively online and 2,328 (20%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Marquette University
Use these rankings to compare Marquette University’s General Biology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wisconsin | #4 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #16 of 164 |
| Best Value | Wisconsin | #26 of 26 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #154 of 163 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #162 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1067 of 1,237 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wisconsin | #4 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #16 of 164 |
| Best Value | Wisconsin | #26 of 26 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #154 of 163 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #162 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1067 of 1,237 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Marquette University
Students who complete Marquette 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 | $23,625 |
| 2 years | $33,352 |
| 3 years | $48,399 |
| 4 years | $66,072 |
| 5 years | $78,304 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, General Biology graduates from Marquette University report median earnings of $66,072, compared with $77,992 for all Marquette University graduates — about 15% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for General Biology graduates from Marquette University is $25,296.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of General Biology graduates at Marquette University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, General Biology graduates at Marquette University are 72% women (129) and 28% men (49).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Marquette University
Among the 171 bachelor’s general biology graduates at Marquette University, 74% were women (127) and 26% were men (44).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Marquette University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 111 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 25 |
| Black / African American | 6 |
| Asian | 21 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Minority students account for 32% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Marquette University, below the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Doctoral Program at Marquette University
Of the 7 doctoral general biology degrees awarded at Marquette University, 29% were women (2) and 71% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology doctoral degree recipients at Marquette University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 14% of General Biology doctoral degree recipients at Marquette University, lower than 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 Marquette University
This General Biology program at Marquette University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 44 |
| General Biomedical Sciences | 134 |
Best-Paid Careers for General Biology Graduates
Those who complete General Biology program at Marquette University pursue many career paths. Below 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.