Animal Science at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
If you are interested in studying Animal Science, you may want to check out the program at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Southern Illinois University-Carbondale is in Carbondale, IL.
During the most recent reporting year, 30 animal science degrees were awarded at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale.
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Studying Online at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Online coursework is an option at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale. Of 11,790 students, 2,272 (19%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,360 (28%) took at least some classes online.
Animal Science Rankings at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Rankings can help you compare Southern Illinois University-Carbondale’s Animal Science program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #7 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #11 of 11 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #53 of 90 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #81 of 90 |
Earnings for Animal Science Graduates from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Those who finish Southern Illinois University-Carbondale’s Animal Science program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $27,580 |
| 2 years | $32,925 |
| 3 years | $33,447 |
| 4 years | $36,249 |
| 5 years | $44,349 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Animal Science graduates from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale earn a median of $36,249, compared with $58,303 for all Southern Illinois University-Carbondale graduates — about 38% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Animal Science graduates from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale is $21,936.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Animal Science graduates at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Animal Science graduates at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale are 73% women (22) and 27% men (8).
Animal Science Bachelor’s Program at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Of the 28 bachelor’s animal science graduates at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, 79% were women (22) and 21% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Animal Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 26 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 7% of Animal Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, lower than the national average of 31%.*
Animal Science Master’s Program at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Among the 2 master’s animal science graduates at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Animal Science master’s degree recipients at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Animal Science Concentrations at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
The Animal Science program at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Animal Sciences | 30 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Animal Science Graduates
Students who finish Animal Science program at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Animal Science graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Animal Scientists | $93,823 |
| Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers | $84,680 |
| Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $66,903 |
| Precision Agriculture Technicians | $56,932 |
| Farm and Home Management Educators | $55,950 |
| Agricultural Technicians | $44,022 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers | $36,803 |
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.