Plant Sciences at University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez
What traits are you looking for in a school for Plant Sciences, take a look at what University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez sits in Mayaguez, PR.
During the most recent reporting year, 48 plant sciences degrees were awarded at University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez.
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Online Class Availability at University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez
Distance learning is available at University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez. Of 10,618 students, 70 (1%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,188 (21%) took at least some classes online.
Plant Sciences Rankings at University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez
Use these rankings to compare University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez’s Plant Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Outlying Areas (Region) | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Puerto Rico | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Outlying Areas (Region) | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Puerto Rico | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #19 of 71 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #70 of 71 |
Earnings for Plant Sciences Graduates from University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez
Those who finish University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez’s Plant Sciences program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $21,017 |
| 2 years | $22,892 |
| 3 years | $28,067 |
| 4 years | $33,754 |
| 5 years | $40,598 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Plant Sciences graduates from University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez take home a median $33,754, compared with $50,937 for all University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez graduates — about 34% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Plant Sciences graduates from University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez comes in at $9,200.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Plant Sciences graduates at University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez, by degree type.
Program-wide, Plant Sciences graduates at University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez are 46% women (22) and 54% men (26).
Plant Sciences Bachelor’s Program at University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez
Of the 36 bachelor’s plant sciences degrees awarded at University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez, 42% were women (15) and 58% were men (21).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Plant Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Hispanic / Latino | 34 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 94% of Plant Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez, higher than the national average of 22%.*
Plant Sciences Master’s Program at University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez
Among the 12 master’s plant sciences graduates at University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez, 58% were women (7) and 42% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Plant Sciences master’s degree recipients at University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Hispanic / Latino | 12 |
Minority students account for 100% of Plant Sciences master’s degree recipients at University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez, above the national average of 15%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Plant Sciences Concentrations at University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez
This Plant Sciences program at University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Agronomy & Crop Science | 15 |
| Horticultural Science | 18 |
| Plant Protection/Pest Management | 15 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Plant Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Plant Sciences program at University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez pursue many career paths. Below are the top-paying careers for Plant Sciences graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Animal Scientists | $93,823 |
| Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers | $84,680 |
| Conservation Scientists | $81,436 |
| Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $79,966 |
| Park Naturalists | $76,516 |
| Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $66,903 |
| Range Managers | $59,935 |
| Soil and Plant Scientists | $59,587 |
| Precision Agriculture Technicians | $56,932 |
| Farm and Home Management Educators | $55,950 |
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.