General Biology at University of Kentucky
What traits are you looking for in a school for General Biology, take a look at what University of Kentucky. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Kentucky is in Lexington, KY.
During the most recent reporting year, 208 general biology graduations were recorded at University of Kentucky.
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Studying Online at University of Kentucky
Many students take online classes at University of Kentucky. Of 34,709 students, 5,063 (15%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 13,126 (38%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at University of Kentucky
Rankings can help you compare University of Kentucky’s General Biology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #2 of 18 |
| Best Value | Kentucky | #12 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #42 of 296 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #122 of 293 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #297 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #524 of 1,237 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #2 of 18 |
| Best Value | Kentucky | #12 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #42 of 296 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #122 of 293 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #297 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #524 of 1,237 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from University of Kentucky
Students who complete University of Kentucky’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 | $23,003 |
| 2 years | $21,588 |
| 3 years | $27,795 |
| 4 years | $44,651 |
| 5 years | $63,199 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, General Biology graduates from University of Kentucky earn a median of $44,651, compared with $61,112 for all University of Kentucky graduates — about 27% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for General Biology graduates from University of Kentucky comes in at $23,250.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for General Biology graduates at University of Kentucky, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, General Biology graduates at University of Kentucky are 62% women (128) and 38% men (80).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at University of Kentucky
Among the 173 bachelor’s general biology degrees awarded at University of Kentucky, 62% were women (107) and 38% were men (66).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Kentucky.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 130 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 8 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Asian | 20 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 5 |
Minority students account for 21% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Kentucky, below the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at University of Kentucky
Among the 28 master’s general biology degrees awarded at University of Kentucky, 57% were women (16) and 43% were men (12).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at University of Kentucky.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 11 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 8 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 54% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at University of Kentucky, higher than the national average of 41%.*
General Biology Doctoral Program at University of Kentucky
Among the 7 doctoral general biology degrees awarded at University of Kentucky, 71% were women (5) and 29% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology doctoral degree recipients at University of Kentucky.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Unknown | 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 Kentucky
The General Biology program at University of Kentucky offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 184 |
| General Biomedical Sciences | 24 |
Top-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Graduates of the General Biology program at University of Kentucky pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid 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.