General Biology at University of Rochester
If you are interested in studying General Biology, you may want to check out the program at University of Rochester. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Rochester is located in Rochester, NY.
During the most recent reporting year, 240 general biology graduations were recorded at University of Rochester.
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Online Class Availability at University of Rochester
Distance learning is available at University of Rochester. Of 11,946 students, 690 (6%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,843 (15%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at University of Rochester
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Rochester’s General Biology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #7 of 81 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #18 of 215 |
| Best Value | New York | #59 of 79 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #90 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #165 of 213 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1087 of 1,237 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #7 of 81 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #18 of 215 |
| Best Value | New York | #59 of 79 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #90 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #165 of 213 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1087 of 1,237 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from University of Rochester
Those who finish University of Rochester’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 | $28,825 |
| 2 years | $20,482 |
| 3 years | $31,583 |
| 4 years | $53,650 |
| 5 years | $79,479 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, General Biology graduates from University of Rochester take home a median $53,650, compared with $78,550 for all University of Rochester graduates — about 32% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for General Biology graduates from University of Rochester is $21,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of General Biology graduates at University of Rochester, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, General Biology graduates at University of Rochester are 67% women (160) and 33% men (80).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at University of Rochester
Among the 218 bachelor’s general biology graduates at University of Rochester, 67% were women (146) and 33% were men (72).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Rochester.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 105 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 17 |
| Black / African American | 9 |
| Asian | 49 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 9 |
| International (Nonresident) | 24 |
| Unknown | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 39% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Rochester, below the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at University of Rochester
Among the 12 master’s general biology graduates at University of Rochester, 58% were women (7) and 42% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at University of Rochester.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Asian | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 5 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 25% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at University of Rochester, below the national average of 41%.*
General Biology Doctoral Program at University of Rochester
Among the 10 doctoral general biology graduates at University of Rochester, 70% were women (7) and 30% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology doctoral degree recipients at University of Rochester.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 5 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 40% of General Biology doctoral degree recipients at University of Rochester, higher than the national average of 26%.*
*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 Rochester
This General Biology program at University of Rochester offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 234 |
| General Biomedical Sciences | 6 |
Best-Paid Careers for General Biology Graduates
Graduates of the General Biology program at University of Rochester work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.