General Biology at University of North Carolina Wilmington
If you plan to study General Biology, consider the program at University of North Carolina Wilmington. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of North Carolina Wilmington is located in Wilmington, NC.
During the most recent reporting year, 168 general biology degrees were awarded at University of North Carolina Wilmington.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of North Carolina Wilmington
Distance learning is available at University of North Carolina Wilmington. Of 18,848 students, 4,303 (23%) studied exclusively online and 8,428 (45%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at University of North Carolina Wilmington
Use these rankings to compare University of North Carolina Wilmington’s General Biology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #9 of 37 |
| Best Value | North Carolina | #17 of 37 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #35 of 296 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #161 of 293 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #258 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #675 of 1,237 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from University of North Carolina Wilmington
Students who complete University of North Carolina Wilmington’s General Biology program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $31,283 |
| 2 years | $26,292 |
| 3 years | $35,318 |
| 4 years | $43,383 |
| 5 years | $58,157 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, General Biology graduates from University of North Carolina Wilmington report median earnings of $43,383, compared with $61,282 for all University of North Carolina Wilmington graduates — about 29% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for General Biology graduates from University of North Carolina Wilmington comes in at $22,125.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of General Biology graduates at University of North Carolina Wilmington, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, General Biology graduates at University of North Carolina Wilmington are 71% women (119) and 29% men (49).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at University of North Carolina Wilmington
Of the 161 bachelor’s general biology graduates at University of North Carolina Wilmington, 71% were women (114) and 29% were men (47).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of North Carolina Wilmington.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 129 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 12 |
| Black / African American | 9 |
| Asian | 3 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 5 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 19% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of North Carolina Wilmington, below the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at University of North Carolina Wilmington
Of the 7 master’s general biology degrees awarded at University of North Carolina Wilmington, 71% were women (5) and 29% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at University of North Carolina Wilmington.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| International (Nonresident) | 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 North Carolina Wilmington
The General Biology program at University of North Carolina Wilmington breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 168 |
Best-Paid Careers for General Biology Graduates
Students who finish General Biology program at University of North Carolina Wilmington go on to a range of careers. Here are the highest-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.