General Biology at Northwest Missouri State University
If you plan to study General Biology, you may want to check out the program at Northwest Missouri State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Northwest Missouri State University sits in Maryville, MO.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 38 general biology degrees were awarded at Northwest Missouri State University.
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Studying Online at Northwest Missouri State University
Many students take online classes at Northwest Missouri State University. Of 9,152 students, 3,288 (36%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,472 (16%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Northwest Missouri State University
Rankings can help you compare Northwest Missouri State University’s General Biology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Missouri | #13 of 35 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Missouri | #18 of 35 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #30 of 114 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #73 of 114 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #461 of 1,237 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #637 of 1,249 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Northwest Missouri State University
Students who complete Northwest Missouri State 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 | $26,708 |
| 2 years | $33,993 |
| 3 years | $41,281 |
| 4 years | $47,845 |
| 5 years | $54,616 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, General Biology graduates from Northwest Missouri State University report median earnings of $47,845, compared with $51,493 for all Northwest Missouri State University graduates — about 7% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for General Biology graduates from Northwest Missouri State University comes in at $26,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for General Biology graduates at Northwest Missouri State University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, General Biology graduates at Northwest Missouri State University are 82% women (31) and 18% men (7).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Northwest Missouri State University
Among the 38 bachelor’s general biology graduates at Northwest Missouri State University, 82% were women (31) and 18% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Northwest Missouri State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 28 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 21% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Northwest Missouri State University, below the national average of 47%.*
*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 Northwest Missouri State University
The General Biology program at Northwest Missouri State University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 38 |
Top-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Students who finish General Biology program at Northwest Missouri State University go on to a range of careers. 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.