General Biology at University of Mississippi
What traits are you looking for in a school for General Biology, take a look at what University of Mississippi. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Mississippi is in University, MS.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 124 general biology graduations were recorded at University of Mississippi.
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Studying Online at University of Mississippi
Many students take online classes at University of Mississippi. Among 26,449 students, 1,904 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 14,512 (55%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at University of Mississippi
Rankings can help you compare University of Mississippi’s General Biology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Mississippi | #1 of 18 |
| Best Value | Mississippi | #6 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #32 of 296 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #41 of 293 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #249 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #271 of 1,237 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from University of Mississippi
Graduates of University of Mississippi’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 | $22,078 |
| 2 years | $25,194 |
| 3 years | $33,865 |
| 4 years | $45,461 |
| 5 years | $65,624 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, General Biology graduates from University of Mississippi report median earnings of $45,461, compared with $63,600 for all University of Mississippi graduates — about 29% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for General Biology graduates from University of Mississippi comes in at $21,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of General Biology graduates at University of Mississippi, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, General Biology graduates at University of Mississippi are 65% women (81) and 35% men (43).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at University of Mississippi
Of the 119 bachelor’s general biology degrees awarded at University of Mississippi, 65% were women (77) and 35% were men (42).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Mississippi.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 87 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 17 |
| Asian | 9 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
Minority students account for 27% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Mississippi, lower than the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at University of Mississippi
Of the 2 master’s general biology degrees awarded at University of Mississippi, 50% were women (1) and 50% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at University of Mississippi.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
General Biology Doctoral Program at University of Mississippi
Among the 3 doctoral general biology degrees awarded at University of Mississippi, 100% were women (3) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology doctoral degree recipients at University of Mississippi.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
*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 Mississippi
The General Biology program at University of Mississippi includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 124 |
Top-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Students who finish General Biology program at University of Mississippi pursue many career paths. Below 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.
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