General Biology at Roosevelt University
If you are interested in studying General Biology, you may want to check out the program at Roosevelt University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Roosevelt University is in Chicago, IL.
During the most recent reporting year, 78 general biology degrees were awarded at Roosevelt University.
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Studying Online at Roosevelt University
Online coursework is an option at Roosevelt University. Of 4,281 students, 463 (11%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,086 (49%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Roosevelt University
Rankings can help you compare Roosevelt University’s General Biology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #25 of 41 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #30 of 42 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #91 of 163 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #103 of 164 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #749 of 1,237 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #815 of 1,249 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Roosevelt University
Those who finish Roosevelt 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 | $27,284 |
| 2 years | $29,685 |
| 3 years | $43,352 |
| 4 years | $52,173 |
| 5 years | $63,705 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, General Biology graduates from Roosevelt University take home a median $52,173, compared with $50,780 for all Roosevelt University graduates — about 3% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for General Biology graduates from Roosevelt University is $26,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of General Biology graduates at Roosevelt University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, General Biology graduates at Roosevelt University are 79% women (62) and 21% men (16).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Roosevelt University
Of the 36 bachelor’s general biology graduates at Roosevelt University, 75% were women (27) and 25% were men (9).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Roosevelt University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 20 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 72% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Roosevelt University, higher than the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at Roosevelt University
Of the 42 master’s general biology graduates at Roosevelt University, 83% were women (35) and 17% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Roosevelt University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 6 |
| Black / African American | 10 |
| Asian | 15 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 76% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Roosevelt University, higher than 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 Roosevelt University
This General Biology program at Roosevelt University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 42 |
| General Biomedical Sciences | 36 |
Best-Paid Careers for General Biology Graduates
Graduates of the General Biology program at Roosevelt University work across a variety of fields. 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.