General Biology at University of Denver
What traits are you looking for in a school for General Biology, take a look at what University of Denver. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Denver sits in Denver, CO.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 93 general biology graduations were recorded at University of Denver.
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Studying Online at University of Denver
Online coursework is an option at University of Denver. Of 12,813 students, 2,787 (22%) studied exclusively online and 1,447 (11%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at University of Denver
Rankings can help you compare University of Denver’s General Biology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #1 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #1 of 37 |
| Best Value | Colorado | #13 of 13 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #37 of 37 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #61 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1177 of 1,237 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #1 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #1 of 37 |
| Best Value | Colorado | #13 of 13 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #37 of 37 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #61 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1177 of 1,237 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from University of Denver
Those who finish University of Denver’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 | $28,793 |
| 2 years | $24,532 |
| 3 years | $38,030 |
| 4 years | $49,819 |
| 5 years | $60,562 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, General Biology graduates from University of Denver take home a median $49,819, compared with $66,465 for all University of Denver graduates — about 25% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for General Biology graduates from University of Denver is $20,849.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of General Biology graduates at University of Denver, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, General Biology graduates at University of Denver are 70% women (65) and 30% men (28).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at University of Denver
Of the 75 bachelor’s general biology graduates at University of Denver, 69% were women (52) and 31% were men (23).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Denver.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 52 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 14 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 5 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 29% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Denver, lower than the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at University of Denver
Of the 16 master’s general biology graduates at University of Denver, 75% were women (12) and 25% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at University of Denver.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 44% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at University of Denver, above the national average of 41%.*
General Biology Doctoral Program at University of Denver
Of the 2 doctoral general biology graduates at University of Denver, 50% were women (1) and 50% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology doctoral degree recipients at University of Denver.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
*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 Denver
The General Biology program at University of Denver breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 80 |
| General Biomedical Sciences | 13 |
Top-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Students who finish General Biology program at University of Denver work across a variety of fields. Here are the top-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.