General Biology at Minnesota State University-Mankato
If you are interested in studying General Biology, take a look at what Minnesota State University-Mankato. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Minnesota State University-Mankato sits in Mankato, MN.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 91 general biology degrees were awarded at Minnesota State University-Mankato.
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Online Class Availability at Minnesota State University-Mankato
Distance learning is available at Minnesota State University-Mankato. Of 15,271 students, 2,748 (18%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 6,992 (46%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Minnesota State University-Mankato
These rankings give you a sense of how Minnesota State University-Mankato’s General Biology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Minnesota | #11 of 29 |
| Best Value | Minnesota | #13 of 29 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #30 of 114 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #55 of 114 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #332 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #631 of 1,237 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Minnesota State University-Mankato
Graduates of Minnesota State University-Mankato’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 | $34,667 |
| 2 years | $35,653 |
| 3 years | $41,955 |
| 4 years | $48,931 |
| 5 years | $57,625 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, General Biology graduates from Minnesota State University-Mankato report median earnings of $48,931, compared with $60,580 for all Minnesota State University-Mankato graduates — about 19% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for General Biology graduates from Minnesota State University-Mankato stands at $26,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for General Biology graduates at Minnesota State University-Mankato, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, General Biology graduates at Minnesota State University-Mankato are 67% women (61) and 33% men (30).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Minnesota State University-Mankato
Among the 81 bachelor’s general biology graduates at Minnesota State University-Mankato, 72% were women (58) and 28% were men (23).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Minnesota State University-Mankato.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 56 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Asian | 5 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 8 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 19% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Minnesota State University-Mankato, lower than the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at Minnesota State University-Mankato
Among the 10 master’s general biology graduates at Minnesota State University-Mankato, 30% were women (3) and 70% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Minnesota State University-Mankato.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Asian | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 20% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Minnesota State University-Mankato, below 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 Minnesota State University-Mankato
The General Biology program at Minnesota State University-Mankato offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 91 |
Best-Paid Careers for General Biology Graduates
Those who complete General Biology program at Minnesota State University-Mankato work across a variety of fields. Below are the best-paid 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
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