General Biology at University of Houston-Clear Lake
If you plan to study General Biology, you may want to check out the program at University of Houston-Clear Lake. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Houston-Clear Lake is located in Houston, TX.
During the most recent reporting year, 113 general biology degrees were granted at University of Houston-Clear Lake.
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Studying Online at University of Houston-Clear Lake
Online coursework is an option at University of Houston-Clear Lake. Among 8,137 students, 1,461 (18%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,933 (36%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at University of Houston-Clear Lake
Use these rankings to compare University of Houston-Clear Lake’s General Biology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #18 of 79 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #24 of 120 |
| Best Value | Texas | #25 of 76 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #37 of 116 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #198 of 1,237 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #373 of 1,249 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from University of Houston-Clear Lake
Graduates of University of Houston-Clear Lake’s General Biology program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $27,936 |
| 3 years | $40,409 |
| 4 years | $50,154 |
| 5 years | $55,177 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, General Biology graduates from University of Houston-Clear Lake earn a median of $50,154, compared with $59,411 for all University of Houston-Clear Lake graduates — about 16% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for General Biology graduates from University of Houston-Clear Lake stands at $19,953.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of General Biology graduates at University of Houston-Clear Lake, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, General Biology graduates at University of Houston-Clear Lake are 70% women (79) and 30% men (34).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at University of Houston-Clear Lake
Among the 99 bachelor’s general biology graduates at University of Houston-Clear Lake, 72% were women (71) and 28% were men (28).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Houston-Clear Lake.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 27 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 45 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 22 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 72% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Houston-Clear Lake, higher than the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at University of Houston-Clear Lake
Of the 14 master’s general biology graduates at University of Houston-Clear Lake, 57% were women (8) and 43% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at University of Houston-Clear Lake.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 5 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 64% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at University of Houston-Clear Lake, higher than the national average of 41%.*
*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 Houston-Clear Lake
This General Biology program at University of Houston-Clear Lake includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 113 |
Best-Paid Careers for General Biology Graduates
Graduates of the General Biology program at University of Houston-Clear Lake go on to a range of careers. Here are 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
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