General Biology at Southeastern Louisiana University
If you plan to study General Biology, you may want to check out the program at Southeastern Louisiana University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Southeastern Louisiana University sits in Hammond, LA.
During the most recent reporting year, 108 general biology degrees were awarded at Southeastern Louisiana University.
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Online Class Availability at Southeastern Louisiana University
Many students take online classes at Southeastern Louisiana University. Of 14,426 students, 1,094 (8%) studied exclusively online and 4,056 (28%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Southeastern Louisiana University
Rankings can help you compare Southeastern Louisiana University’s General Biology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Louisiana | #7 of 19 |
| Best Value | Louisiana | #7 of 19 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #59 of 293 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #133 of 296 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #330 of 1,237 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #840 of 1,249 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Southeastern Louisiana University
Graduates of Southeastern Louisiana 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 | $26,978 |
| 2 years | $28,055 |
| 3 years | $35,674 |
| 4 years | $40,453 |
| 5 years | $47,728 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, General Biology graduates from Southeastern Louisiana University report median earnings of $40,453, compared with $49,697 for all Southeastern Louisiana University graduates — about 19% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for General Biology graduates from Southeastern Louisiana University is $20,062.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of General Biology graduates at Southeastern Louisiana University, by degree type.
Program-wide, General Biology graduates at Southeastern Louisiana University are 69% women (74) and 31% men (34).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Southeastern Louisiana University
Among the 96 bachelor’s general biology graduates at Southeastern Louisiana University, 72% were women (69) and 28% were men (27).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Southeastern Louisiana University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 76 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 8 |
| Black / African American | 8 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
Minority students account for 21% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Southeastern Louisiana University, below the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at Southeastern Louisiana University
Among the 12 master’s general biology degrees awarded at Southeastern Louisiana University, 42% were women (5) and 58% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Southeastern Louisiana University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Minority students account for 8% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Southeastern Louisiana 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 Southeastern Louisiana University
The General Biology program at Southeastern Louisiana University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 108 |
Highest-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Students who finish General Biology program at Southeastern Louisiana University go on to a range of careers. Here are the highest-paying 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
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