General Biology at University of Louisville
If you are interested in studying General Biology, consider the program at University of Louisville. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Louisville is in Louisville, KY.
During the most recent reporting year, 157 general biology degrees were awarded at University of Louisville.
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Studying Online at University of Louisville
Distance learning is available at University of Louisville. Of 23,065 students, 4,555 (20%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 9,040 (39%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at University of Louisville
Use these rankings to compare University of Louisville’s General Biology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #1 of 18 |
| Best Value | Kentucky | #13 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #29 of 296 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #121 of 293 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #220 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #526 of 1,237 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #1 of 18 |
| Best Value | Kentucky | #13 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #29 of 296 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #121 of 293 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #220 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #526 of 1,237 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from University of Louisville
Those who finish University of Louisville’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 | $24,359 |
| 2 years | $32,881 |
| 3 years | $37,428 |
| 4 years | $45,398 |
| 5 years | $58,916 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, General Biology graduates from University of Louisville report median earnings of $45,398, compared with $66,322 for all University of Louisville graduates — about 32% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for General Biology graduates from University of Louisville stands at $20,681.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of General Biology graduates at University of Louisville, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, General Biology graduates at University of Louisville are 59% women (93) and 41% men (64).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at University of Louisville
Of the 130 bachelor’s general biology graduates at University of Louisville, 58% were women (75) and 42% were men (55).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Louisville.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 85 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 11 |
| Asian | 18 |
| Two or More Races | 8 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 32% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Louisville, below the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at University of Louisville
Of the 10 master’s general biology graduates at University of Louisville, 60% were women (6) and 40% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at University of Louisville.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 30% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at University of Louisville, below the national average of 41%.*
General Biology Doctoral Program at University of Louisville
Among the 17 doctoral general biology degrees awarded at University of Louisville, 71% were women (12) and 29% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology doctoral degree recipients at University of Louisville.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 7 |
Minority students account for 29% of General Biology doctoral degree recipients at University of Louisville, above the national average of 26%.*
*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 Louisville
This General Biology program at University of Louisville breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 143 |
| General Biomedical Sciences | 14 |
Top-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Students who finish General Biology program at University of Louisville work across a variety of fields. Here are 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.