Genetics at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
If you plan to study Genetics, you may want to check out the program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Washington-Seattle Campus is in Seattle, WA.
During the most recent reporting year, 18 genetics degrees were awarded at University of Washington-Seattle Campus.
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Online Class Availability at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Online coursework is an option at University of Washington-Seattle Campus. Of 56,997 students, 1,656 (3%) studied exclusively online and 8,704 (15%) took at least some classes online.
Genetics Rankings at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Use these rankings to compare University of Washington-Seattle Campus’s Genetics program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #1 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Washington | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #2 of 40 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #3 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #6 of 41 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #1 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Washington | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #2 of 40 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #3 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #6 of 41 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Genetics graduates at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Genetics graduates at University of Washington-Seattle Campus are 72% women (13) and 28% men (5).
Genetics Master’s Program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Of the 7 master’s genetics degrees awarded at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, 71% were women (5) and 29% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Genetics master’s degree recipients at University of Washington-Seattle Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 43% of Genetics master’s degree recipients at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, higher than the national average of 30%.*
Genetics Doctoral Program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Among the 11 doctoral genetics graduates at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, 73% were women (8) and 27% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Genetics doctoral degree recipients at University of Washington-Seattle Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Minority students account for 18% of Genetics doctoral degree recipients at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, below the national average of 18%.*
*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 Washington-Seattle Campus
The Genetics program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Human/Medical Genetics | 7 |
| Other Genetics | 11 |
Best-Paid Careers for Genetics Graduates
Those who complete Genetics program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus work across a variety of fields. Below are the highest-paying 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.