Ecology & Systematics Biology at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
If you plan to study Ecology & Systematics Biology, consider the program at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston sits in Houston, TX.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 149 ecology & systematics biology degrees were awarded at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston.
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Studying Online at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
Distance learning is available at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. Of 4,938 students, 88 (2%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,863 (38%) took at least some classes online.
Ecology & Systematics Biology Rankings at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
Use these rankings to compare The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston’s Ecology & Systematics Biology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #4 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #7 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #80 of 146 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #4 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #7 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #80 of 146 |
Earnings for Ecology & Systematics Biology Graduates from The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
Graduates of The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston’s Ecology & Systematics Biology program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $47,881 |
| 2 years | $44,508 |
| 3 years | $57,809 |
| 4 years | $66,018 |
| 5 years | $83,050 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Ecology & Systematics Biology graduates from The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston report median earnings of $66,018, compared with $87,414 for all The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston graduates — about 24% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Ecology & Systematics Biology graduates at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Ecology & Systematics Biology graduates at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston are 81% women (120) and 19% men (29).
Ecology & Systematics Biology Master’s Program at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
Of the 123 master’s ecology & systematics biology degrees awarded at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 80% were women (98) and 20% were men (25).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Ecology & Systematics Biology master’s degree recipients at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 32 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 18 |
| Black / African American | 17 |
| Asian | 25 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 26 |
| Unknown | 4 |
Minority students account for 50% of Ecology & Systematics Biology master’s degree recipients at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, above the national average of 33%.*
Ecology & Systematics Biology Doctoral Program at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
Among the 26 doctoral ecology & systematics biology graduates at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 85% were women (22) and 15% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Ecology & Systematics Biology doctoral degree recipients at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 8 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 23% of Ecology & Systematics Biology doctoral degree recipients at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, above the national average of 22%.*
*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 Texas Health Science Center at Houston
This Ecology & Systematics Biology program at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Epidemiology | 149 |
Top-Paying Careers for Ecology & Systematics Biology Graduates
Those who complete Ecology & Systematics Biology program at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks 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.