General Biology at Point Loma Nazarene University
If you plan to study General Biology, consider the program at Point Loma Nazarene University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Point Loma Nazarene University is in San Diego, CA.
During the most recent reporting year, 41 general biology degrees were granted at Point Loma Nazarene University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Point Loma Nazarene University
Many students take online classes at Point Loma Nazarene University. Among 4,757 students, 1,243 (26%) studied exclusively online and 961 (20%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Point Loma Nazarene University
Rankings can help you compare Point Loma Nazarene University’s General Biology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #75 of 138 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #93 of 189 |
| Best Value | California | #135 of 137 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #185 of 187 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #471 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1235 of 1,237 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Point Loma Nazarene University
Students who complete Point Loma Nazarene 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 | $28,314 |
| 2 years | $25,774 |
| 5 years | $50,216 |
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for General Biology graduates from Point Loma Nazarene University is $25,096.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of General Biology graduates at Point Loma Nazarene University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, General Biology graduates at Point Loma Nazarene University are 76% women (31) and 24% men (10).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Point Loma Nazarene University
Of the 34 bachelor’s general biology degrees awarded at Point Loma Nazarene University, 76% were women (26) and 24% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Point Loma Nazarene University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 18 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 6 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 44% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Point Loma Nazarene University, below the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at Point Loma Nazarene University
Of the 7 master’s general biology graduates at Point Loma Nazarene University, 71% were women (5) and 29% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Point Loma Nazarene University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 57% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Point Loma Nazarene 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 Point Loma Nazarene University
The General Biology program at Point Loma Nazarene University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 41 |
Highest-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Those who complete General Biology program at Point Loma Nazarene University pursue many career paths. Here are 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.