Fisheries Sciences at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Fisheries Sciences, consider the program at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University is in Blacksburg, VA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 18 fisheries sciences degrees were awarded at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University.
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Studying Online at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Online coursework is an option at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. Of 38,857 students, 1,577 (4%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 19,313 (50%) took at least some classes online.
Fisheries Sciences Rankings at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Use these rankings to compare Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University’s Fisheries Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Virginia | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #14 of 14 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Virginia | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #14 of 14 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Fisheries Sciences graduates at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Fisheries Sciences graduates at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University are 83% women (15) and 17% men (3).
Fisheries Sciences Master’s Program at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Of the 16 master’s fisheries sciences degrees awarded at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, 81% were women (13) and 19% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Fisheries Sciences master’s degree recipients at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
Minority students account for 38% of Fisheries Sciences master’s degree recipients at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, higher than the national average of 19%.*
Fisheries Sciences Doctoral Program at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Of the 2 doctoral fisheries sciences degrees awarded at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, 100% were women (2) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Fisheries Sciences doctoral degree recipients at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Fisheries Sciences Concentrations at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
The Fisheries Sciences program at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Fishery Management | 18 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Fisheries Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Fisheries Sciences program at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University go on to a range of careers. Below are the best-paid careers for Fisheries Sciences graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Fishing and Hunting Workers | $51,869 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers | $36,803 |
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.