Botany/Plant Biology at University of California-Riverside
If you plan to study Botany/Plant Biology, you may want to check out the program at University of California-Riverside. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of California-Riverside is located in Riverside, CA.
During the most recent reporting year, 28 botany/plant biology graduations were recorded at University of California-Riverside.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of California-Riverside
Many students take online classes at University of California-Riverside. Of 26,384 students, 263 (1%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 9,377 (36%) took at least some classes online.
Botany/Plant Biology Rankings at University of California-Riverside
Rankings can help you compare University of California-Riverside’s Botany/Plant Biology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #1 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #1 of 7 |
| Best Value | California | #2 of 4 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #3 of 19 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #4 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #5 of 19 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #1 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #1 of 7 |
| Best Value | California | #2 of 4 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #3 of 19 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #4 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #5 of 19 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Botany/Plant Biology graduates at University of California-Riverside, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Botany/Plant Biology graduates at University of California-Riverside are 54% women (15) and 46% men (13).
Botany/Plant Biology Bachelor’s Program at University of California-Riverside
Of the 8 bachelor’s botany/plant biology degrees awarded at University of California-Riverside, 50% were women (4) and 50% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Botany/Plant Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of California-Riverside.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 75% of Botany/Plant Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of California-Riverside, above the national average of 27%.*
Botany/Plant Biology Master’s Program at University of California-Riverside
Among the 2 master’s botany/plant biology graduates at University of California-Riverside, 50% were women (1) and 50% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Botany/Plant Biology master’s degree recipients at University of California-Riverside.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
Botany/Plant Biology Doctoral Program at University of California-Riverside
Among the 18 doctoral botany/plant biology graduates at University of California-Riverside, 56% were women (10) and 44% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Botany/Plant Biology doctoral degree recipients at University of California-Riverside.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Asian | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 4 |
Minority students account for 39% of Botany/Plant Biology doctoral degree recipients at University of California-Riverside, above the national average of 19%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Botany/Plant Biology Concentrations at University of California-Riverside
This Botany/Plant Biology program at University of California-Riverside breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Botany | 23 |
| Plant Pathology | 5 |
Best-Paid Careers for Botany/Plant Biology Graduates
Students who finish Botany/Plant Biology program at University of California-Riverside pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid careers for Botany/Plant Biology graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Molecular and Cellular Biologists | $100,077 |
| Bioinformatics Scientists | $92,484 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $79,550 |
| Soil and Plant Scientists | $59,587 |
| Biologists | $54,070 |
| Geneticists | $48,526 |
| Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $41,048 |
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
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