General Biology at University of Arkansas
What traits are you looking for in a school for General Biology, you may want to check out the program at University of Arkansas. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Arkansas is located in Fayetteville, AR.
During the most recent reporting year, 198 general biology degrees were awarded at University of Arkansas.
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Online Class Availability at University of Arkansas
Distance learning is available at University of Arkansas. Among 33,610 students, 3,371 (10%) studied exclusively online and 8,312 (25%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at University of Arkansas
Rankings can help you compare University of Arkansas’s General Biology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Arkansas | #2 of 18 |
| Best Value | Arkansas | #13 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #54 of 296 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #133 of 293 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #380 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #558 of 1,237 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Arkansas | #2 of 18 |
| Best Value | Arkansas | #13 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #54 of 296 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #133 of 293 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #380 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #558 of 1,237 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from University of Arkansas
Those who finish University of Arkansas’s General Biology program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $26,673 |
| 2 years | $29,413 |
| 3 years | $35,691 |
| 4 years | $46,685 |
| 5 years | $62,547 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, General Biology graduates from University of Arkansas report median earnings of $46,685, compared with $63,458 for all University of Arkansas graduates — about 26% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for General Biology graduates from University of Arkansas is $24,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of General Biology graduates at University of Arkansas, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, General Biology graduates at University of Arkansas are 65% women (129) and 35% men (69).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at University of Arkansas
Of the 182 bachelor’s general biology graduates at University of Arkansas, 66% were women (120) and 34% were men (62).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Arkansas.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 126 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 14 |
| Black / African American | 10 |
| Asian | 17 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 8 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Minority students account for 27% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Arkansas, lower than the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at University of Arkansas
Among the 7 master’s general biology degrees awarded at University of Arkansas, 71% were women (5) and 29% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at University of Arkansas.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 29% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at University of Arkansas, lower than the national average of 41%.*
General Biology Doctoral Program at University of Arkansas
Among the 9 doctoral general biology graduates at University of Arkansas, 44% were women (4) and 56% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology doctoral degree recipients at University of Arkansas.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
*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 University of Arkansas
The General Biology program at University of Arkansas breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 198 |
Highest-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Graduates of the General Biology program at University of Arkansas go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the highest-paying 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.