General Biology at University of South Florida
If you are interested in studying General Biology, you may want to check out the program at University of South Florida. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of South Florida is located in Tampa, FL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 1,091 general biology graduations were recorded at University of South Florida.
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Studying Online at University of South Florida
Distance learning is available at University of South Florida. Among 49,622 students, 7,519 (15%) studied exclusively online and 25,913 (52%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at University of South Florida
These rankings give you a sense of how University of South Florida’s General Biology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #7 of 34 |
| Best Value | Florida | #9 of 34 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #12 of 293 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #50 of 296 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #159 of 1,237 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #343 of 1,249 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from University of South Florida
Graduates of University of South Florida’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 | $24,063 |
| 2 years | $24,863 |
| 3 years | $30,198 |
| 4 years | $42,562 |
| 5 years | $59,949 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, General Biology graduates from University of South Florida earn a median of $42,562, compared with $58,776 for all University of South Florida graduates — about 28% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for General Biology graduates from University of South Florida stands at $19,750.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for General Biology graduates at University of South Florida, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, General Biology graduates at University of South Florida are 63% women (691) and 37% men (400).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at University of South Florida
Among the 1,075 bachelor’s general biology graduates at University of South Florida, 63% were women (679) and 37% were men (396).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of South Florida.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 410 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 246 |
| Black / African American | 78 |
| Asian | 197 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 49 |
| International (Nonresident) | 45 |
| Unknown | 49 |
Minority students account for 53% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of South Florida, above the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at University of South Florida
Of the 16 master’s general biology graduates at University of South Florida, 75% were women (12) and 25% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at University of South Florida.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 7 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 12% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at University of South Florida, lower than the national average of 41%.*
*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 South Florida
This General Biology program at University of South Florida includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 347 |
| General Biomedical Sciences | 744 |
Highest-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Students who finish General Biology program at University of South Florida work across a variety of fields. Below are the top-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
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