Ecology & Systematics Biology at University of California-Irvine
If you are interested in studying Ecology & Systematics Biology, you may want to check out the program at University of California-Irvine. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of California-Irvine is in Irvine, CA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 49 ecology & systematics biology degrees were granted at University of California-Irvine.
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Studying Online at University of California-Irvine
Many students take online classes at University of California-Irvine. Of 37,297 students, 614 (2%) studied exclusively online and 12,862 (34%) took at least some classes online.
Ecology & Systematics Biology Rankings at University of California-Irvine
Rankings can help you compare University of California-Irvine’s Ecology & Systematics Biology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #5 of 13 |
| Best Value | California | #5 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #6 of 22 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #6 of 21 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #9 of 139 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #29 of 146 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #5 of 13 |
| Best Value | California | #5 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #6 of 22 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #6 of 21 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #9 of 139 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #29 of 146 |
Earnings for Ecology & Systematics Biology Graduates from University of California-Irvine
Graduates of University of California-Irvine’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 | $50,996 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Ecology & Systematics Biology graduates at University of California-Irvine, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Ecology & Systematics Biology graduates at University of California-Irvine are 71% women (35) and 29% men (14).
Ecology & Systematics Biology Bachelor’s Program at University of California-Irvine
Among the 15 bachelor’s ecology & systematics biology degrees awarded at University of California-Irvine, 53% were women (8) and 47% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Ecology & Systematics Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of California-Irvine.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 67% of Ecology & Systematics Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of California-Irvine, higher than the national average of 31%.*
Ecology & Systematics Biology Master’s Program at University of California-Irvine
Of the 18 master’s ecology & systematics biology graduates at University of California-Irvine, 83% were women (15) and 17% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Ecology & Systematics Biology master’s degree recipients at University of California-Irvine.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 22% of Ecology & Systematics Biology master’s degree recipients at University of California-Irvine, lower than the national average of 33%.*
Ecology & Systematics Biology Doctoral Program at University of California-Irvine
Of the 16 doctoral ecology & systematics biology graduates at University of California-Irvine, 75% were women (12) and 25% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Ecology & Systematics Biology doctoral degree recipients at University of California-Irvine.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 44% of Ecology & Systematics Biology doctoral degree recipients at University of California-Irvine, 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 University of California-Irvine
This Ecology & Systematics Biology program at University of California-Irvine breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Epidemiology | 3 |
| Evolutionary Biology | 31 |
| Other Ecology & Systematics Biology | 15 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Ecology & Systematics Biology Graduates
Those who complete Ecology & Systematics Biology program at University of California-Irvine pursue many career paths. Below 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.