Genetics at University of Rochester
If you are interested in studying Genetics, you may want to check out the program at University of Rochester. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Rochester is in Rochester, NY.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 8 genetics degrees were granted at University of Rochester.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Rochester
Online coursework is an option at University of Rochester. Among 11,946 students, 690 (6%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,843 (15%) took at least some classes online.
Genetics Rankings at University of Rochester
Rankings can help you compare University of Rochester’s Genetics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Genetics graduates at University of Rochester, by degree type.
Program-wide, Genetics graduates at University of Rochester are 38% women (3) and 62% men (5).
Genetics Master’s Program at University of Rochester
Of the 4 master’s genetics graduates at University of Rochester, 75% were women (3) and 25% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Genetics master’s degree recipients at University of Rochester.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Black / African American | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 25% of Genetics master’s degree recipients at University of Rochester, below the national average of 30%.*
Genetics Doctoral Program at University of Rochester
Of the 4 doctoral genetics graduates at University of Rochester, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Genetics doctoral degree recipients at University of Rochester.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Genetics Concentrations at University of Rochester
This Genetics program at University of Rochester includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Genetics | 8 |
Best-Paid Careers for Genetics Graduates
Students who finish Genetics program at University of Rochester pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid careers for Genetics 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 |
| Biological Technicians | $100,160 |
| Molecular and Cellular Biologists | $100,077 |
| Bioinformatics Scientists | $92,484 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $79,550 |
| Genetic Counselors | $58,726 |
| Biologists | $54,070 |
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.