General Biology at Nova Southeastern University
If you plan to study General Biology, consider the program at Nova Southeastern University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Nova Southeastern University is located in Fort Lauderdale, FL.
During the most recent reporting year, 359 general biology degrees were awarded at Nova Southeastern University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Nova Southeastern University
Many students take online classes at Nova Southeastern University. Among 20,910 students, 5,509 (26%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 6,748 (32%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Nova Southeastern University
These rankings give you a sense of how Nova Southeastern University’s General Biology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #10 of 34 |
| Best Value | Florida | #25 of 34 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #75 of 296 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #273 of 293 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #528 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1131 of 1,237 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Nova Southeastern University
Graduates of Nova Southeastern 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 | $22,635 |
| 2 years | $18,896 |
| 3 years | $25,165 |
| 4 years | $45,275 |
| 5 years | $65,902 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, General Biology graduates from Nova Southeastern University earn a median of $45,275, compared with $88,351 for all Nova Southeastern University graduates — about 49% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for General Biology graduates from Nova Southeastern University is $21,750.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of General Biology graduates at Nova Southeastern University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, General Biology graduates at Nova Southeastern University are 72% women (258) and 28% men (101).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Nova Southeastern University
Among the 259 bachelor’s general biology degrees awarded at Nova Southeastern University, 69% were women (180) and 31% were men (79).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Nova Southeastern University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 50 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 65 |
| Black / African American | 22 |
| Asian | 96 |
| Two or More Races | 10 |
| International (Nonresident) | 9 |
| Unknown | 7 |
Minority students account for 75% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Nova Southeastern University, above the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at Nova Southeastern University
Among the 100 master’s general biology graduates at Nova Southeastern University, 78% were women (78) and 22% were men (22).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Nova Southeastern University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 29 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 32 |
| Black / African American | 12 |
| Asian | 22 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 68% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Nova Southeastern University, above 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 Nova Southeastern University
This General Biology program at Nova Southeastern University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 259 |
| General Biomedical Sciences | 100 |
Best-Paid Careers for General Biology Graduates
Students who finish General Biology program at Nova Southeastern University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks 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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