Genetics at University of Wisconsin-Madison
If you plan to study Genetics, consider the program at University of Wisconsin-Madison. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Wisconsin-Madison sits in Madison, WI.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 143 genetics graduations were recorded at University of Wisconsin-Madison.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Wisconsin-Madison
Many students take online classes at University of Wisconsin-Madison. Among 51,044 students, 1,454 (3%) studied exclusively online and 10,996 (22%) took at least some classes online.
Genetics Rankings at University of Wisconsin-Madison
Rankings can help you compare University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Genetics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wisconsin | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Wisconsin | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #2 of 9 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #4 of 9 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #11 of 40 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #12 of 41 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wisconsin | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Wisconsin | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #2 of 9 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #4 of 9 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #11 of 40 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #12 of 41 |
Earnings for Genetics Graduates from University of Wisconsin-Madison
Those who finish University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Genetics program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $33,912 |
| 2 years | $44,177 |
| 3 years | $45,714 |
| 4 years | $54,177 |
| 5 years | $68,301 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Genetics graduates from University of Wisconsin-Madison report median earnings of $54,177, compared with $74,335 for all University of Wisconsin-Madison graduates — about 27% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Genetics graduates from University of Wisconsin-Madison stands at $20,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Genetics graduates at University of Wisconsin-Madison, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Genetics graduates at University of Wisconsin-Madison are 74% women (106) and 26% men (37).
Genetics Bachelor’s Program at University of Wisconsin-Madison
Of the 105 bachelor’s genetics degrees awarded at University of Wisconsin-Madison, 78% were women (82) and 22% were men (23).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Genetics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Madison.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 83 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 7 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Minority students account for 11% of Genetics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Madison, below the national average of 28%.*
Genetics Master’s Program at University of Wisconsin-Madison
Among the 25 master’s genetics degrees awarded at University of Wisconsin-Madison, 72% were women (18) and 28% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Genetics master’s degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Madison.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 12 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 7 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 40% of Genetics master’s degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Madison, higher than the national average of 30%.*
Genetics Doctoral Program at University of Wisconsin-Madison
Of the 13 doctoral genetics degrees awarded at University of Wisconsin-Madison, 46% were women (6) and 54% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Genetics doctoral degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Madison.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 8% of Genetics doctoral degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Madison, lower than 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 Wisconsin-Madison
The Genetics program at University of Wisconsin-Madison includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Genetics | 123 |
| Plant Genetics | 12 |
| Human/Medical Genetics | 8 |
Top-Paying Careers for Genetics Graduates
Those who complete Genetics program at University of Wisconsin-Madison go on to a range of careers. Here 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.
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