General Biology at Valdosta State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for General Biology, consider the program at Valdosta State University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Valdosta State University is in Valdosta, GA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 70 general biology degrees were granted at Valdosta State University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Valdosta State University
Distance learning is available at Valdosta State University. Among 10,262 students, 4,718 (46%) studied exclusively online and 2,960 (29%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Valdosta State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Valdosta State University’s General Biology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Georgia | #13 of 37 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Georgia | #30 of 37 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #86 of 293 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #255 of 296 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #423 of 1,237 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1173 of 1,249 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Valdosta State University
Those who finish Valdosta State University’s General Biology program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $21,042 |
| 2 years | $26,353 |
| 3 years | $26,529 |
| 4 years | $42,483 |
| 5 years | $54,815 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, General Biology graduates from Valdosta State University take home a median $42,483, compared with $49,491 for all Valdosta State University graduates — about 14% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for General Biology graduates from Valdosta State University stands at $28,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for General Biology graduates at Valdosta State University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, General Biology graduates at Valdosta State University are 80% women (56) and 20% men (14).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Valdosta State University
Of the 63 bachelor’s general biology graduates at Valdosta State University, 81% were women (51) and 19% were men (12).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Valdosta State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 19 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 10 |
| Black / African American | 28 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 68% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Valdosta State University, higher than the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at Valdosta State University
Of the 7 master’s general biology degrees awarded at Valdosta State University, 71% were women (5) and 29% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Valdosta State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 57% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Valdosta State University, above 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 Valdosta State University
The General Biology program at Valdosta State University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 70 |
Highest-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Students who finish General Biology program at Valdosta State University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks 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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