Ecology & Systematics Biology at The University of Montana
If you are interested in studying Ecology & Systematics Biology, consider the program at The University of Montana. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
The University of Montana sits in Missoula, MT.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 17 ecology & systematics biology degrees were awarded at The University of Montana.
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Online & Distance Learning at The University of Montana
Online coursework is an option at The University of Montana. Of 10,811 students, 2,398 (22%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,174 (29%) took at least some classes online.
Ecology & Systematics Biology Rankings at The University of Montana
Use these rankings to compare The University of Montana’s Ecology & Systematics Biology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Montana | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Montana | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #6 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #9 of 10 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #68 of 139 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #117 of 146 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Montana | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Montana | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #6 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #9 of 10 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #68 of 139 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #117 of 146 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Ecology & Systematics Biology graduates at The University of Montana, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Ecology & Systematics Biology graduates at The University of Montana are 65% women (11) and 35% men (6).
Ecology & Systematics Biology Master’s Program at The University of Montana
Among the 10 master’s ecology & systematics biology degrees awarded at The University of Montana, 60% were women (6) and 40% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Ecology & Systematics Biology master’s degree recipients at The University of Montana.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Ecology & Systematics Biology Doctoral Program at The University of Montana
Among the 7 doctoral ecology & systematics biology degrees awarded at The University of Montana, 71% were women (5) and 29% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Ecology & Systematics Biology doctoral degree recipients at The University of Montana.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Ecology & Systematics Biology Concentrations at The University of Montana
This Ecology & Systematics Biology program at The University of Montana offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Ecology | 17 |
Best-Paid Careers for Ecology & Systematics Biology Graduates
Those who complete Ecology & Systematics Biology program at The University of Montana go on to a range of careers. Below are the highest-paying careers for Ecology & Systematics Biology majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Statisticians | $130,349 |
| Biostatisticians | $121,594 |
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | $111,314 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Biological Technicians | $100,160 |
| Molecular and Cellular Biologists | $100,077 |
| Life Scientists, All Other | $97,541 |
| Bioinformatics Scientists | $92,484 |
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.