General Biology at Purdue University Northwest
What traits are you looking for in a school for General Biology, take a look at what Purdue University Northwest. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Purdue University Northwest is located in Hammond, IN.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 57 general biology graduations were recorded at Purdue University Northwest.
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Studying Online at Purdue University Northwest
Many students take online classes at Purdue University Northwest. Of 9,051 students, 663 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,851 (20%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Purdue University Northwest
Use these rankings to compare Purdue University Northwest’s General Biology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Indiana | #7 of 28 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #23 of 163 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Indiana | #25 of 28 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #146 of 164 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #224 of 1,237 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1066 of 1,249 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Purdue University Northwest
Students who complete Purdue University Northwest’s General Biology program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $29,482 |
| 2 years | $25,194 |
| 3 years | $30,584 |
| 5 years | $46,164 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for General Biology graduates from Purdue University Northwest stands at $24,750.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of General Biology graduates at Purdue University Northwest, by degree type.
Program-wide, General Biology graduates at Purdue University Northwest are 68% women (39) and 32% men (18).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Purdue University Northwest
Among the 45 bachelor’s general biology graduates at Purdue University Northwest, 67% were women (30) and 33% were men (15).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Purdue University Northwest.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 20 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 11 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 44% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Purdue University Northwest, lower than the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at Purdue University Northwest
Of the 12 master’s general biology graduates at Purdue University Northwest, 75% were women (9) and 25% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Purdue University Northwest.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 33% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Purdue University Northwest, 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 Purdue University Northwest
The General Biology program at Purdue University Northwest breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 57 |
Top-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Graduates of the General Biology program at Purdue University Northwest 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.