General Biology at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
What traits are you looking for in a school for General Biology, consider the program at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania sits in Shippensburg, PA.
During the most recent reporting year, 69 general biology degrees were granted at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania.
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Online & Distance Learning at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
Many students take online classes at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania. Of 5,161 students, 593 (11%) studied exclusively online and 673 (13%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
Use these rankings to compare Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania’s General Biology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #39 of 79 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #42 of 79 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #114 of 215 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #118 of 213 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #455 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #891 of 1,237 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
Graduates of Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania’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 | $32,226 |
| 2 years | $32,711 |
| 3 years | $41,442 |
| 4 years | $51,755 |
| 5 years | $64,132 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, General Biology graduates from Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania earn a median of $51,755, compared with $53,952 for all Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania graduates — about 4% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for General Biology graduates from Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania comes in at $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of General Biology graduates at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania, by degree type.
Program-wide, General Biology graduates at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania are 61% women (42) and 39% men (27).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
Among the 60 bachelor’s general biology graduates at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania, 62% were women (37) and 38% were men (23).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 52 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 8% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania, lower than the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
Among the 9 master’s general biology graduates at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania, 56% were women (5) and 44% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
*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 Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
The General Biology program at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 69 |
Top-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Students who finish General Biology program at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-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
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