General Biology at University of Missouri-Kansas City
What traits are you looking for in a school for General Biology, you may want to check out the program at University of Missouri-Kansas City. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Missouri-Kansas City is in Kansas City, MO.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 177 general biology degrees were awarded at University of Missouri-Kansas City.
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Online Class Availability at University of Missouri-Kansas City
Online coursework is an option at University of Missouri-Kansas City. Of 14,732 students, 683 (5%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,951 (20%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at University of Missouri-Kansas City
Rankings can help you compare University of Missouri-Kansas City’s General Biology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Missouri | #1 of 35 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #2 of 114 |
| Best Value | Missouri | #4 of 35 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #7 of 114 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #56 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #195 of 1,237 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from University of Missouri-Kansas City
Students who complete University of Missouri-Kansas City’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 | $31,512 |
| 2 years | $36,745 |
| 3 years | $45,081 |
| 4 years | $53,097 |
| 5 years | $70,410 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, General Biology graduates from University of Missouri-Kansas City earn a median of $53,097, compared with $75,586 for all University of Missouri-Kansas City graduates — about 30% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for General Biology graduates from University of Missouri-Kansas City stands at $21,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of General Biology graduates at University of Missouri-Kansas City, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, General Biology graduates at University of Missouri-Kansas City are 67% women (119) and 33% men (58).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at University of Missouri-Kansas City
Of the 173 bachelor’s general biology graduates at University of Missouri-Kansas City, 67% were women (116) and 33% were men (57).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Missouri-Kansas City.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 84 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 20 |
| Black / African American | 14 |
| Asian | 42 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 9 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 50% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Missouri-Kansas City, higher than the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at University of Missouri-Kansas City
Among the 4 master’s general biology degrees awarded at University of Missouri-Kansas City, 75% were women (3) and 25% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at University of Missouri-Kansas City.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
Minority students account for 75% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at University of Missouri-Kansas City, above the national average of 41%.*
*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 Missouri-Kansas City
This General Biology program at University of Missouri-Kansas City includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 177 |
Best-Paid Careers for General Biology Graduates
Students who finish General Biology program at University of Missouri-Kansas City work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks 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.