General Biology at Rutgers University-Camden
If you are interested in studying General Biology, consider the program at Rutgers University-Camden. Get started with the following essential facts.
Rutgers University-Camden is in Camden, NJ.
During the most recent reporting year, 58 general biology degrees were awarded at Rutgers University-Camden.
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Studying Online at Rutgers University-Camden
Online coursework is an option at Rutgers University-Camden. Of 5,675 students, 1,224 (22%) studied exclusively online and 1,909 (34%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Rutgers University-Camden
Use these rankings to compare Rutgers University-Camden’s General Biology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New Jersey | #12 of 25 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #15 of 25 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #78 of 213 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #104 of 215 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #432 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #651 of 1,237 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Rutgers University-Camden
Those who finish Rutgers University-Camden’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 | $26,861 |
| 2 years | $23,394 |
| 3 years | $39,288 |
| 4 years | $57,814 |
| 5 years | $76,403 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, General Biology graduates from Rutgers University-Camden take home a median $57,814, compared with $84,483 for all Rutgers University-Camden graduates — about 32% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for General Biology graduates from Rutgers University-Camden comes in at $24,161.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for General Biology graduates at Rutgers University-Camden, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, General Biology graduates at Rutgers University-Camden are 78% women (45) and 22% men (13).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Rutgers University-Camden
Of the 54 bachelor’s general biology degrees awarded at Rutgers University-Camden, 78% were women (42) and 22% were men (12).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Rutgers University-Camden.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 23 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 10 |
| Black / African American | 6 |
| Asian | 14 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 56% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Rutgers University-Camden, higher than the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at Rutgers University-Camden
Of the 4 master’s general biology degrees awarded at Rutgers University-Camden, 75% were women (3) and 25% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Rutgers University-Camden.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Minority students account for 50% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Rutgers University-Camden, 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 Rutgers University-Camden
The General Biology program at Rutgers University-Camden includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 58 |
Best-Paid Careers for General Biology Graduates
Graduates of the General Biology program at Rutgers University-Camden go on to a range of careers. 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.