General Biology at Salisbury University
If you are interested in studying General Biology, you may want to check out the program at Salisbury University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Salisbury University is located in Salisbury, MD.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 86 general biology graduations were recorded at Salisbury University.
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Online Class Availability at Salisbury University
Online coursework is an option at Salisbury University. Of 7,025 students, 535 (8%) studied exclusively online and 1,645 (23%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Salisbury University
Rankings can help you compare Salisbury University’s General Biology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Maryland | #6 of 20 |
| Best Value | Maryland | #9 of 20 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #41 of 213 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #73 of 215 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #296 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #492 of 1,237 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Salisbury University
Those who finish Salisbury University’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 | $32,871 |
| 2 years | $31,964 |
| 3 years | $37,450 |
| 4 years | $44,922 |
| 5 years | $58,765 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, General Biology graduates from Salisbury University take home a median $44,922, compared with $55,843 for all Salisbury University graduates — about 20% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for General Biology graduates from Salisbury University is $23,250.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of General Biology graduates at Salisbury University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, General Biology graduates at Salisbury University are 65% women (56) and 35% men (30).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Salisbury University
Among the 82 bachelor’s general biology graduates at Salisbury University, 67% were women (55) and 33% were men (27).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Salisbury University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 53 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 9 |
| Asian | 9 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 32% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Salisbury University, below the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at Salisbury University
Among the 4 master’s general biology graduates at Salisbury University, 25% were women (1) and 75% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Salisbury University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
*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 Salisbury University
The General Biology program at Salisbury University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 86 |
Highest-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Those who complete General Biology program at Salisbury University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the top-paying 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.