General Biology at Youngstown State University
If you plan to study General Biology, take a look at what Youngstown State University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Youngstown State University sits in Youngstown, OH.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 88 general biology degrees were awarded at Youngstown State University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Youngstown State University
Distance learning is available at Youngstown State University. Of 12,204 students, 2,895 (24%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,816 (39%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Youngstown State University
Use these rankings to compare Youngstown State University’s General Biology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Ohio | #4 of 41 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Ohio | #6 of 41 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #12 of 163 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #35 of 164 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #219 of 1,237 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #280 of 1,249 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Youngstown State University
Graduates of Youngstown State University’s General Biology program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $24,769 |
| 2 years | $22,834 |
| 3 years | $40,516 |
| 4 years | $45,518 |
| 5 years | $62,060 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, General Biology graduates from Youngstown State University take home a median $45,518, compared with $54,942 for all Youngstown State University graduates — about 17% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for General Biology graduates from Youngstown State University comes in at $19,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of General Biology graduates at Youngstown State University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, General Biology graduates at Youngstown State University are 59% women (52) and 41% men (36).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Youngstown State University
Of the 84 bachelor’s general biology graduates at Youngstown State University, 58% were women (49) and 42% were men (35).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Youngstown State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 57 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Asian | 11 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Minority students account for 26% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Youngstown State University, lower than the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at Youngstown State University
Of the 4 master’s general biology degrees awarded at Youngstown State University, 75% were women (3) and 25% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Youngstown State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
*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 Youngstown State University
This General Biology program at Youngstown State University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 88 |
Highest-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Those who complete General Biology program at Youngstown State University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the highest-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
More about our data sources and methodologies.