General Biology at University of Nevada-Reno
What traits are you looking for in a school for General Biology, you may want to check out the program at University of Nevada-Reno. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Nevada-Reno is in Reno, NV.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 172 general biology graduations were recorded at University of Nevada-Reno.
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Studying Online at University of Nevada-Reno
Many students take online classes at University of Nevada-Reno. Among 23,024 students, 1,483 (6%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 6,208 (27%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at University of Nevada-Reno
Use these rankings to compare University of Nevada-Reno’s General Biology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nevada | #2 of 6 |
| Best Value | Nevada | #5 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #59 of 189 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #127 of 187 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #301 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #447 of 1,237 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from University of Nevada-Reno
Students who complete University of Nevada-Reno’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 | $28,742 |
| 2 years | $30,988 |
| 3 years | $38,408 |
| 4 years | $48,891 |
| 5 years | $58,918 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, General Biology graduates from University of Nevada-Reno take home a median $48,891, compared with $62,381 for all University of Nevada-Reno graduates — about 22% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for General Biology graduates from University of Nevada-Reno is $20,153.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of General Biology graduates at University of Nevada-Reno, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, General Biology graduates at University of Nevada-Reno are 60% women (104) and 40% men (68).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at University of Nevada-Reno
Among the 171 bachelor’s general biology degrees awarded at University of Nevada-Reno, 60% were women (103) and 40% were men (68).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Nevada-Reno.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 81 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 37 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 29 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 17 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 50% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Nevada-Reno, above the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at University of Nevada-Reno
Of the 1 master’s general biology degrees awarded at University of Nevada-Reno, 100% were women (1) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at University of Nevada-Reno.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 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 Nevada-Reno
This General Biology program at University of Nevada-Reno includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 172 |
Best-Paid Careers for General Biology Graduates
Those who complete General Biology program at University of Nevada-Reno work across a variety of fields. Here are the top-paying careers for General Biology majors, 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
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