Behavioral Science at University of Iowa
If you plan to study Behavioral Science, take a look at what University of Iowa. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Iowa is in Iowa City, IA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 318 behavioral science graduations were recorded at University of Iowa.
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Online Class Availability at University of Iowa
Online coursework is an option at University of Iowa. Among 30,779 students, 3,028 (10%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 13,742 (45%) took at least some classes online.
Behavioral Science Rankings at University of Iowa
Rankings can help you compare University of Iowa’s Behavioral Science program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Iowa | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Iowa | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #2 of 4 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #2 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #27 of 59 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #39 of 59 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Iowa | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Iowa | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #2 of 4 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #2 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #27 of 59 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #39 of 59 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Behavioral Science graduates at University of Iowa, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Behavioral Science graduates at University of Iowa are 78% women (248) and 22% men (70).
Behavioral Science Bachelor’s Program at University of Iowa
Of the 298 bachelor’s behavioral science degrees awarded at University of Iowa, 79% were women (236) and 21% were men (62).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Behavioral Science bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Iowa.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 205 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 31 |
| Black / African American | 16 |
| Asian | 20 |
| Two or More Races | 13 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
| Unknown | 9 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 27% of Behavioral Science bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Iowa, lower than the national average of 44%.*
Behavioral Science Master’s Program at University of Iowa
Among the 13 master’s behavioral science graduates at University of Iowa, 54% were women (7) and 46% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Behavioral Science master’s degree recipients at University of Iowa.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 7 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 23% of Behavioral Science master’s degree recipients at University of Iowa, below the national average of 36%.*
Behavioral Science Doctoral Program at University of Iowa
Among the 7 doctoral behavioral science graduates at University of Iowa, 71% were women (5) and 29% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Behavioral Science doctoral degree recipients at University of Iowa.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 14% of Behavioral Science doctoral degree recipients at University of Iowa, below the national average of 27%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Behavioral Science Concentrations at University of Iowa
This Behavioral Science program at University of Iowa breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Behavioral Sciences | 318 |
Best-Paid Careers for Behavioral Science Graduates
Those who complete Behavioral Science program at University of Iowa go on to a range of careers. Here are the highest-paying careers for Behavioral Science majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Social and Community Service Managers | $156,089 |
| Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary | $98,479 |
| Life Scientists, All Other | $97,541 |
| Neuropsychologists | $83,690 |
| Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other | $75,358 |
| Psychologists, All Other | $73,521 |
| Clinical Neuropsychologists | $57,643 |
| Transportation Planners | $50,855 |
| Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other | $42,168 |
| Social Science Research Assistants | $41,630 |
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.