General Biology at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
What traits are you looking for in a school for General Biology, take a look at what Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is located in Troy, NY.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 20 general biology degrees were awarded at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.
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Studying Online at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Many students take online classes at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Of 7,040 students, 171 (2%) studied exclusively online and 3 (0%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Rankings can help you compare Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute’s General Biology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #24 of 81 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #65 of 215 |
| Best Value | New York | #70 of 79 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #191 of 213 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #261 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1148 of 1,237 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #24 of 81 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #65 of 215 |
| Best Value | New York | #70 of 79 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #191 of 213 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #261 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1148 of 1,237 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Students who complete Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute’s General Biology program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 2 years | $46,478 |
| 3 years | $43,460 |
| 4 years | $61,495 |
| 5 years | $77,153 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, General Biology graduates from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute report median earnings of $61,495, compared with $100,392 for all Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute graduates — about 39% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for General Biology graduates from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute comes in at $26,717.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of General Biology graduates at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, General Biology graduates at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute are 55% women (11) and 45% men (9).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Among the 17 bachelor’s general biology graduates at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, 59% were women (10) and 41% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 18% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, lower than the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Doctoral Program at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Of the 3 doctoral general biology degrees awarded at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, 33% were women (1) and 67% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology doctoral degree recipients at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 33% of General Biology doctoral degree recipients at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, higher than the national average of 26%.*
*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 Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
This General Biology program at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 20 |
Best-Paid Careers for General Biology Graduates
Graduates of the General Biology program at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute go on to a range of careers. Here are 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.