General Biology at Southeast Missouri State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for General Biology, take a look at what Southeast Missouri State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Southeast Missouri State University is located in Cape Girardeau, MO.
During the most recent reporting year, 107 general biology degrees were granted at Southeast Missouri State University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Southeast Missouri State University
Many students take online classes at Southeast Missouri State University. Of 9,501 students, 1,841 (19%) studied exclusively online and 3,981 (42%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Southeast Missouri State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Southeast Missouri State University’s General Biology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Missouri | #7 of 35 |
| Best Value | Missouri | #12 of 35 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #26 of 114 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #45 of 114 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #421 of 1,237 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #433 of 1,249 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Southeast Missouri State University
Students who complete Southeast Missouri State 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 | $25,035 |
| 2 years | $26,353 |
| 3 years | $35,109 |
| 4 years | $40,657 |
| 5 years | $55,185 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, General Biology graduates from Southeast Missouri State University take home a median $40,657, compared with $54,353 for all Southeast Missouri State University graduates — about 25% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for General Biology graduates from Southeast Missouri State University is $21,519.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of General Biology graduates at Southeast Missouri State University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, General Biology graduates at Southeast Missouri State University are 60% women (64) and 40% men (43).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Southeast Missouri State University
Of the 95 bachelor’s general biology graduates at Southeast Missouri State University, 60% were women (57) and 40% were men (38).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Southeast Missouri State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 75 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 5 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Minority students account for 13% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Southeast Missouri State University, lower than the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at Southeast Missouri State University
Of the 12 master’s general biology graduates at Southeast Missouri State University, 58% were women (7) and 42% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Southeast Missouri State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Minority students account for 8% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Southeast Missouri State University, below 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 Southeast Missouri State University
This General Biology program at Southeast Missouri State University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 107 |
Top-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Students who finish General Biology program at Southeast Missouri State University pursue many career paths. Here are 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
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