Ecology & Systematics Biology at University of Arizona
If you plan to study Ecology & Systematics Biology, consider the program at University of Arizona. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Arizona is located in Tucson, AZ.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 37 ecology & systematics biology degrees were awarded at University of Arizona.
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Studying Online at University of Arizona
Online coursework is an option at University of Arizona. Of 56,365 students, 12,481 (22%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 23,089 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Ecology & Systematics Biology Rankings at University of Arizona
Rankings can help you compare University of Arizona’s Ecology & Systematics Biology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Arizona | #3 of 3 |
| Best Value | Arizona | #3 of 3 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #6 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #9 of 13 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #55 of 139 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #100 of 146 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Arizona | #3 of 3 |
| Best Value | Arizona | #3 of 3 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #6 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #9 of 13 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #55 of 139 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #100 of 146 |
Earnings for Ecology & Systematics Biology Graduates from University of Arizona
Students who complete University of Arizona’s Ecology & Systematics Biology program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 2 years | $21,964 |
| 3 years | $33,469 |
| 4 years | $46,565 |
| 5 years | $47,012 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Ecology & Systematics Biology graduates from University of Arizona take home a median $46,565, compared with $66,225 for all University of Arizona graduates — about 30% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Ecology & Systematics Biology graduates at University of Arizona, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Ecology & Systematics Biology graduates at University of Arizona are 62% women (23) and 38% men (14).
Ecology & Systematics Biology Bachelor’s Program at University of Arizona
Of the 27 bachelor’s ecology & systematics biology degrees awarded at University of Arizona, 70% were women (19) and 30% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Ecology & Systematics Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Arizona.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 22 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 15% of Ecology & Systematics Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Arizona, lower than the national average of 31%.*
Ecology & Systematics Biology Master’s Program at University of Arizona
Of the 4 master’s ecology & systematics biology degrees awarded at University of Arizona, 25% were women (1) and 75% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Ecology & Systematics Biology master’s degree recipients at University of Arizona.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Ecology & Systematics Biology Doctoral Program at University of Arizona
Of the 6 doctoral ecology & systematics biology degrees awarded at University of Arizona, 50% were women (3) and 50% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Ecology & Systematics Biology doctoral degree recipients at University of Arizona.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 17% of Ecology & Systematics Biology doctoral degree recipients at University of Arizona, below 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 University of Arizona
The Ecology & Systematics Biology program at University of Arizona offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Epidemiology | 3 |
| Evolutionary Biology | 34 |
Best-Paid Careers for Ecology & Systematics Biology Graduates
Students who finish Ecology & Systematics Biology program at University of Arizona go on to a range of careers. Here are the top-paying careers for Ecology & Systematics Biology graduates, 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.