General Biology at Midwestern State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for General Biology, you may want to check out the program at Midwestern State University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Midwestern State University is in Wichita Falls, TX.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 41 general biology degrees were granted at Midwestern State University.
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Online Class Availability at Midwestern State University
Online coursework is an option at Midwestern State University. Among 5,324 students, 1,344 (25%) studied exclusively online and 2,398 (45%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Midwestern State University
Rankings can help you compare Midwestern State University’s General Biology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Texas | #36 of 76 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #57 of 116 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #67 of 79 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #100 of 120 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #376 of 1,237 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1056 of 1,249 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Midwestern State University
Graduates of Midwestern State University’s General Biology program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $26,832 |
| 2 years | $33,993 |
| 3 years | $39,517 |
| 4 years | $47,596 |
| 5 years | $58,445 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, General Biology graduates from Midwestern State University earn a median of $47,596, compared with $59,192 for all Midwestern State University graduates — about 20% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for General Biology graduates from Midwestern State University stands at $28,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for General Biology graduates at Midwestern State University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, General Biology graduates at Midwestern State University are 76% women (31) and 24% men (10).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Midwestern State University
Of the 38 bachelor’s general biology graduates at Midwestern State University, 76% were women (29) and 24% were men (9).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Midwestern State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 11 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 12 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 9 |
Minority students account for 47% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Midwestern State University, lower than the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at Midwestern State University
Among the 3 master’s general biology graduates at Midwestern State University, 67% were women (2) and 33% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Midwestern State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
*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 Midwestern State University
The General Biology program at Midwestern State University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 41 |
Highest-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Graduates of the General Biology program at Midwestern State University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the highest-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.