General Biology at Northeastern Illinois University
What traits are you looking for in a school for General Biology, consider the program at Northeastern Illinois University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Northeastern Illinois University is in Chicago, IL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 58 general biology degrees were granted at Northeastern Illinois University.
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Online Class Availability at Northeastern Illinois University
Many students take online classes at Northeastern Illinois University. Of 5,734 students, 1,101 (19%) studied exclusively online and 2,235 (39%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Northeastern Illinois University
Use these rankings to compare Northeastern Illinois University’s General Biology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #8 of 42 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #9 of 41 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #20 of 163 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #22 of 164 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #192 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #288 of 1,237 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Northeastern Illinois University
Graduates of Northeastern Illinois 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 | $31,641 |
| 2 years | $32,658 |
| 3 years | $37,765 |
| 4 years | $52,784 |
| 5 years | $60,795 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, General Biology graduates from Northeastern Illinois University earn a median of $52,784, compared with $54,279 for all Northeastern Illinois University graduates — about 3% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for General Biology graduates from Northeastern Illinois University is $14,031.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of General Biology graduates at Northeastern Illinois University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, General Biology graduates at Northeastern Illinois University are 59% women (34) and 41% men (24).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Northeastern Illinois University
Among the 52 bachelor’s general biology degrees awarded at Northeastern Illinois University, 62% were women (32) and 38% were men (20).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Northeastern Illinois University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 24 |
| Asian | 6 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 7 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 58% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Northeastern Illinois University, higher than the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at Northeastern Illinois University
Among the 6 master’s general biology degrees awarded at Northeastern Illinois University, 33% were women (2) and 67% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Northeastern Illinois University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 33% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Northeastern Illinois University, lower than 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 Northeastern Illinois University
This General Biology program at Northeastern Illinois University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 58 |
Top-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Students who finish General Biology program at Northeastern Illinois University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the best-paid 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
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