General Biology at Michigan Technological University
If you are interested in studying General Biology, take a look at what Michigan Technological University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Michigan Technological University is in Houghton, MI.
During the most recent reporting year, 14 general biology degrees were granted at Michigan Technological University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Michigan Technological University
Online coursework is an option at Michigan Technological University. Of 7,403 students, 352 (5%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 490 (7%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Michigan Technological University
These rankings give you a sense of how Michigan Technological University’s General Biology program against peer institutions.
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Michigan Technological University
Students who complete Michigan Technological 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 | $23,680 |
| 2 years | $32,925 |
| 3 years | $35,926 |
| 4 years | $39,967 |
| 5 years | $45,588 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, General Biology graduates from Michigan Technological University report median earnings of $39,967, compared with $80,904 for all Michigan Technological University graduates — about 51% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for General Biology graduates from Michigan Technological University is $21,199.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of General Biology graduates at Michigan Technological University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, General Biology graduates at Michigan Technological University are 79% women (11) and 21% men (3).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Michigan Technological University
Of the 4 bachelor’s general biology graduates at Michigan Technological University, 100% were women (4) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Michigan Technological University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
General Biology Master’s Program at Michigan Technological University
Of the 9 master’s general biology degrees awarded at Michigan Technological University, 67% were women (6) and 33% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Michigan Technological University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 22% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Michigan Technological University, lower than the national average of 41%.*
General Biology Doctoral Program at Michigan Technological University
Among the 1 doctoral general biology degrees awarded at Michigan Technological University, 100% were women (1) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology doctoral degree recipients at Michigan Technological University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
*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 Michigan Technological University
This General Biology program at Michigan Technological University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 14 |
Best-Paid Careers for General Biology Graduates
Graduates of the General Biology program at Michigan Technological University go on to a range of careers. Here are the highest-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.