General Biology at University of Dayton
What traits are you looking for in a school for General Biology, consider the program at University of Dayton. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Dayton is located in Dayton, OH.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 66 general biology graduations were recorded at University of Dayton.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Dayton
Distance learning is available at University of Dayton. Among 10,506 students, 729 (7%) studied exclusively online and 1,896 (18%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at University of Dayton
Use these rankings to compare University of Dayton’s General Biology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Ohio | #5 of 41 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #29 of 164 |
| Best Value | Ohio | #37 of 41 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #157 of 163 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #235 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1120 of 1,237 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Ohio | #5 of 41 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #29 of 164 |
| Best Value | Ohio | #37 of 41 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #157 of 163 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #235 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1120 of 1,237 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from University of Dayton
Those who finish University of Dayton’s General Biology program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $23,411 |
| 2 years | $27,823 |
| 3 years | $40,370 |
| 4 years | $54,629 |
| 5 years | $64,526 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, General Biology graduates from University of Dayton report median earnings of $54,629, compared with $66,617 for all University of Dayton graduates — about 18% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for General Biology graduates from University of Dayton stands at $26,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for General Biology graduates at University of Dayton, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, General Biology graduates at University of Dayton are 67% women (44) and 33% men (22).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at University of Dayton
Of the 59 bachelor’s general biology graduates at University of Dayton, 64% were women (38) and 36% were men (21).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Dayton.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 44 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 7 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 24% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Dayton, below the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at University of Dayton
Among the 3 master’s general biology degrees awarded at University of Dayton, 100% were women (3) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at University of Dayton.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
General Biology Doctoral Program at University of Dayton
Among the 4 doctoral general biology degrees awarded at University of Dayton, 75% were women (3) and 25% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology doctoral degree recipients at University of Dayton.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 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 Dayton
This General Biology program at University of Dayton breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 66 |
Highest-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Students who finish General Biology program at University of Dayton work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for General Biology graduates, 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.