Ecology & Systematics Biology at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
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University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is located in Minneapolis, MN.
During the most recent reporting year, 99 ecology & systematics biology degrees were awarded at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Distance learning is available at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities. Of 56,666 students, 2,058 (4%) studied exclusively online and 18,568 (33%) took at least some classes online.
Ecology & Systematics Biology Rankings at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Minnesota-Twin Cities’s Ecology & Systematics Biology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Minnesota | #1 of 3 |
| Best Value | Minnesota | #3 of 3 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #5 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #6 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #48 of 146 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #59 of 139 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Minnesota | #1 of 3 |
| Best Value | Minnesota | #3 of 3 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #5 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #6 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #48 of 146 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #59 of 139 |
Earnings for Ecology & Systematics Biology Graduates from University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Students who complete University of Minnesota-Twin Cities’s Ecology & Systematics Biology program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $44,238 |
| 2 years | $28,816 |
| 4 years | $44,427 |
| 5 years | $54,829 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Ecology & Systematics Biology graduates from University of Minnesota-Twin Cities take home a median $44,427, compared with $71,500 for all University of Minnesota-Twin Cities graduates — about 38% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Ecology & Systematics Biology graduates from University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is $24,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Ecology & Systematics Biology graduates at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Ecology & Systematics Biology graduates at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities are 70% women (69) and 30% men (30).
Ecology & Systematics Biology Bachelor’s Program at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Among the 29 bachelor’s ecology & systematics biology graduates at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, 62% were women (18) and 38% were men (11).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Ecology & Systematics Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 25 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 7% of Ecology & Systematics Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, below the national average of 31%.*
Ecology & Systematics Biology Master’s Program at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Among the 54 master’s ecology & systematics biology degrees awarded at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, 74% were women (40) and 26% were men (14).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Ecology & Systematics Biology master’s degree recipients at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 31 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 7 |
| Asian | 8 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 5 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 33% of Ecology & Systematics Biology master’s degree recipients at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, higher than the national average of 33%.*
Ecology & Systematics Biology Doctoral Program at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Among the 16 doctoral ecology & systematics biology degrees awarded at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, 69% were women (11) and 31% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Ecology & Systematics Biology doctoral degree recipients at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
Minority students account for 25% of Ecology & Systematics Biology doctoral degree recipients at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, higher than the national average of 22%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Ecology & Systematics Biology Concentrations at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
The Ecology & Systematics Biology program at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Ecology | 40 |
| Conservation Biology | 1 |
| Epidemiology | 55 |
| Epidemiology and Biostatistics. | 3 |
Best-Paid Careers for Ecology & Systematics Biology Graduates
Students who finish Ecology & Systematics Biology program at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-paying careers for Ecology & Systematics Biology graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Statisticians | $130,349 |
| Biostatisticians | $121,594 |
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | $111,314 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Biological Technicians | $100,160 |
| Molecular and Cellular Biologists | $100,077 |
| Life Scientists, All Other | $97,541 |
| Bioinformatics Scientists | $92,484 |
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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