General Biology at Binghamton University
If you plan to study General Biology, take a look at what Binghamton University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Binghamton University is in Vestal, NY.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 478 general biology graduations were recorded at Binghamton University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Binghamton University
Distance learning is available at Binghamton University. Among 18,816 students, 581 (3%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 938 (5%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Binghamton University
These rankings give you a sense of how Binghamton University’s General Biology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #10 of 81 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #28 of 215 |
| Best Value | New York | #39 of 79 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #95 of 213 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #132 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #754 of 1,237 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #10 of 81 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #28 of 215 |
| Best Value | New York | #39 of 79 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #95 of 213 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #132 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #754 of 1,237 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Binghamton University
Those who finish Binghamton University’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 | $22,972 |
| 2 years | $24,499 |
| 3 years | $41,220 |
| 4 years | $52,573 |
| 5 years | $68,571 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, General Biology graduates from Binghamton University take home a median $52,573, compared with $71,929 for all Binghamton University graduates — about 27% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for General Biology graduates from Binghamton University comes in at $20,478.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for General Biology graduates at Binghamton University, by degree type.
Program-wide, General Biology graduates at Binghamton University are 64% women (305) and 36% men (173).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Binghamton University
Among the 472 bachelor’s general biology graduates at Binghamton University, 64% were women (302) and 36% were men (170).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Binghamton University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 255 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 66 |
| Black / African American | 30 |
| Asian | 96 |
| Two or More Races | 16 |
| International (Nonresident) | 6 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 44% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Binghamton University, below the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at Binghamton University
Among the 4 master’s general biology degrees awarded at Binghamton University, 50% were women (2) and 50% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Binghamton University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
General Biology Doctoral Program at Binghamton University
Among the 2 doctoral general biology degrees awarded at Binghamton University, 50% were women (1) and 50% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology doctoral degree recipients at Binghamton University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
*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 Binghamton University
The General Biology program at Binghamton University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 478 |
Best-Paid Careers for General Biology Graduates
Those who complete General Biology program at Binghamton 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.