General Biology at Stony Brook University
If you plan to study General Biology, you may want to check out the program at Stony Brook University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Stony Brook University sits in Stony Brook, NY.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 508 general biology degrees were granted at Stony Brook University.
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Online Class Availability at Stony Brook University
Online coursework is an option at Stony Brook University. Among 26,689 students, 1,783 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 11,369 (43%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Stony Brook University
These rankings give you a sense of how Stony Brook University’s General Biology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #14 of 81 |
| Best Value | New York | #26 of 79 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #37 of 215 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #56 of 213 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #150 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #587 of 1,237 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Stony Brook University
Students who complete Stony Brook 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 | $25,730 |
| 2 years | $25,705 |
| 3 years | $33,586 |
| 4 years | $47,372 |
| 5 years | $68,457 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, General Biology graduates from Stony Brook University report median earnings of $47,372, compared with $69,653 for all Stony Brook University graduates — about 32% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for General Biology graduates from Stony Brook University stands at $21,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of General Biology graduates at Stony Brook University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, General Biology graduates at Stony Brook University are 61% women (310) and 39% men (198).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Stony Brook University
Among the 454 bachelor’s general biology graduates at Stony Brook University, 61% were women (276) and 39% were men (178).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Stony Brook University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 120 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 75 |
| Black / African American | 14 |
| Asian | 184 |
| Two or More Races | 13 |
| International (Nonresident) | 15 |
| Unknown | 33 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 63% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Stony Brook University, above the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at Stony Brook University
Of the 52 master’s general biology graduates at Stony Brook University, 65% were women (34) and 35% were men (18).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Stony Brook University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 16 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 8 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 12 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 8 |
| Unknown | 6 |
Minority students account for 42% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Stony Brook University, above 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 Stony Brook University
This General Biology program at Stony Brook University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 464 |
| General Biomedical Sciences | 44 |
Top-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Students who finish General Biology program at Stony Brook University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the top-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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