General Biology at North Carolina Central University
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North Carolina Central University is located in Durham, NC.
During the most recent reporting year, 60 general biology degrees were awarded at North Carolina Central University.
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Online & Distance Learning at North Carolina Central University
Distance learning is available at North Carolina Central University. Of 8,579 students, 2,041 (24%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,382 (51%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at North Carolina Central University
These rankings give you a sense of how North Carolina Central University’s General Biology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | North Carolina | #14 of 37 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #29 of 37 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #135 of 293 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #238 of 296 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #588 of 1,237 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1141 of 1,249 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from North Carolina Central University
Students who complete North Carolina Central University’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 | $28,377 |
| 2 years | $31,915 |
| 3 years | $35,888 |
| 4 years | $41,733 |
| 5 years | $53,779 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, General Biology graduates from North Carolina Central University take home a median $41,733, compared with $48,705 for all North Carolina Central University graduates — about 14% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for General Biology graduates from North Carolina Central University comes in at $30,420.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for General Biology graduates at North Carolina Central University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, General Biology graduates at North Carolina Central University are 90% women (54) and 10% men (6).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at North Carolina Central University
Among the 52 bachelor’s general biology graduates at North Carolina Central University, 90% were women (47) and 10% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at North Carolina Central University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 6 |
| Black / African American | 38 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
Minority students account for 92% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at North Carolina Central University, above the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at North Carolina Central University
Of the 8 master’s general biology graduates at North Carolina Central University, 88% were women (7) and 12% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at North Carolina Central University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 5 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 38% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at North Carolina Central University, 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 North Carolina Central University
The General Biology program at North Carolina Central University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 25 |
| General Biomedical Sciences | 35 |
Top-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Those who complete General Biology program at North Carolina Central University work across a variety of fields. Here are the top-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
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