General Biology at SUNY Buffalo State University
If you are interested in studying General Biology, consider the program at SUNY Buffalo State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
SUNY Buffalo State University sits in Buffalo, NY.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 50 general biology degrees were awarded at SUNY Buffalo State University.
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Online Class Availability at SUNY Buffalo State University
Many students take online classes at SUNY Buffalo State University. Of 6,188 students, 328 (5%) studied exclusively online and 1,335 (22%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at SUNY Buffalo State University
These rankings give you a sense of how SUNY Buffalo State University’s General Biology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New York | #24 of 79 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #54 of 213 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #71 of 81 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #188 of 215 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #474 of 1,237 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #961 of 1,249 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from SUNY Buffalo State University
Those who finish SUNY Buffalo State University’s General Biology program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $30,437 |
| 2 years | $33,281 |
| 3 years | $34,531 |
| 4 years | $37,217 |
| 5 years | $47,430 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, General Biology graduates from SUNY Buffalo State University earn a median of $37,217, compared with $46,567 for all SUNY Buffalo State University graduates — about 20% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for General Biology graduates from SUNY Buffalo State University stands at $25,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of General Biology graduates at SUNY Buffalo State University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, General Biology graduates at SUNY Buffalo State University are 70% women (35) and 30% men (15).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at SUNY Buffalo State University
Among the 47 bachelor’s general biology graduates at SUNY Buffalo State University, 68% were women (32) and 32% were men (15).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at SUNY Buffalo State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 20 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 13 |
| Asian | 8 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 53% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at SUNY Buffalo State University, above the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at SUNY Buffalo State University
Of the 3 master’s general biology graduates at SUNY Buffalo State University, 100% were women (3) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at SUNY Buffalo State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
Minority students account for 33% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at SUNY Buffalo 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 SUNY Buffalo State University
The General Biology program at SUNY Buffalo State University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 50 |
Best-Paid Careers for General Biology Graduates
Graduates of the General Biology program at SUNY Buffalo State University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.