General Biology at University of Utah
What traits are you looking for in a school for General Biology, take a look at what University of Utah. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Utah is in Salt Lake City, UT.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 282 general biology degrees were awarded at University of Utah.
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Studying Online at University of Utah
Distance learning is available at University of Utah. Of 36,894 students, 2,249 (6%) studied exclusively online and 15,066 (41%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at University of Utah
Rankings can help you compare University of Utah’s General Biology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Utah | #1 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #2 of 37 |
| Best Value | Utah | #6 of 8 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #10 of 37 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #67 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #216 of 1,237 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Utah | #1 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #2 of 37 |
| Best Value | Utah | #6 of 8 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #10 of 37 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #67 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #216 of 1,237 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from University of Utah
Those who finish University of Utah’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 | $28,679 |
| 2 years | $28,598 |
| 3 years | $38,472 |
| 4 years | $51,081 |
| 5 years | $66,286 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, General Biology graduates from University of Utah report median earnings of $51,081, compared with $74,538 for all University of Utah graduates — about 31% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for General Biology graduates from University of Utah comes in at $21,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of General Biology graduates at University of Utah, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, General Biology graduates at University of Utah are 55% women (156) and 45% men (126).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at University of Utah
Among the 261 bachelor’s general biology degrees awarded at University of Utah, 56% were women (145) and 44% were men (116).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Utah.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 176 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 28 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 27 |
| Two or More Races | 20 |
| International (Nonresident) | 7 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 30% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Utah, below the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at University of Utah
Among the 6 master’s general biology degrees awarded at University of Utah, 50% were women (3) and 50% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at University of Utah.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 33% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at University of Utah, lower than the national average of 41%.*
General Biology Doctoral Program at University of Utah
Among the 15 doctoral general biology degrees awarded at University of Utah, 53% were women (8) and 47% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology doctoral degree recipients at University of Utah.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 12 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Minority students account for 7% of General Biology doctoral degree recipients at University of Utah, below 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 Utah
The General Biology program at University of Utah offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 276 |
| General Biomedical Sciences | 6 |
Highest-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Those who complete General Biology program at University of Utah go on to a range of careers. Here are the highest-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.