General Biology at William Carey University
If you plan to study General Biology, take a look at what William Carey University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
William Carey University sits in Hattiesburg, MS.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 58 general biology degrees were granted at William Carey University.
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Online & Distance Learning at William Carey University
Distance learning is available at William Carey University. Among 5,321 students, 1,850 (35%) studied exclusively online and 1,311 (25%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at William Carey University
These rankings give you a sense of how William Carey University’s General Biology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Mississippi | #6 of 18 |
| Best Value | Mississippi | #15 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #134 of 296 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #151 of 293 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #613 of 1,237 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #843 of 1,249 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from William Carey University
Students who complete William Carey University’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 | $23,191 |
| 2 years | $21,991 |
| 3 years | $27,562 |
| 4 years | $35,132 |
| 5 years | $40,560 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, General Biology graduates from William Carey University take home a median $35,132, compared with $73,067 for all William Carey University graduates — about 52% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for General Biology graduates from William Carey University stands at $18,770.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of General Biology graduates at William Carey University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, General Biology graduates at William Carey University are 67% women (39) and 33% men (19).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at William Carey University
Among the 38 bachelor’s general biology graduates at William Carey University, 68% were women (26) and 32% were men (12).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at William Carey University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 29 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 7 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 21% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at William Carey University, below the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at William Carey University
Among the 20 master’s general biology graduates at William Carey University, 65% were women (13) and 35% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at William Carey University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 6 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 50% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at William Carey University, higher than 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 William Carey University
The General Biology program at William Carey University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 38 |
| General Biomedical Sciences | 20 |
Highest-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Students who finish General Biology program at William Carey University pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid 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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