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Genetics Schools in New York

55 students earned Genetics degrees in New York in the 2020-2021 year.

In this state, Genetics is the 154th most popular major out of a total 280 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Genetics Majors in New York

Genetics majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 28
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 22
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 22
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 22
Post-Master’s Certificate 5
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 5

Gender Distribution

In New York, a genetics major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of genetics majors in New York is as follows:

  • Asian: 7.3%
  • Black or African American: 1.8%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 10.9%
  • White: 45.5%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 20.0%
  • Other Races: 14.5%
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Jobs for Genetics Grads in New York

16,140 people in the state and 274,990 in the nation are employed in jobs related to genetics.

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Wages for Genetics Jobs in New York

In this state, genetics grads earn an average of $95,170. Nationwide, they make an average of $96,420.

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There are 7 colleges in New York that offer genetics degrees. Learn about the most popular 7 below:

16 Degrees in Major Awarded
96% Graduation Rate
30,135 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $22,823. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 49% are considered full time. The 1.70% student loan default rate is lower than average.

#2

LIU Post

Brookville
11 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
15,066 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 98% get financial aid. The student to faculty ratio is 10 to 1. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 44% are considered full time.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
23,620 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 93%. Of all the students who attend this school, 59% get financial aid. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 9 to 1.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,048 Total Students

The 2.20% student loan default rate is lower than average.

#5

Stony Brook University

Stony Brook
5 Degrees in Major Awarded
74% Graduation Rate
26,782 Total Students

The 2.00% student loan default rate is lower than average. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 63% are considered full time. 76% of students get financical aid.

4 Degrees in Major Awarded
76% Graduation Rate
32,347 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $51,240 after graduation. 65% of the teachers are full time. The 2.80% student loan default rate is lower than average.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
86% Graduation Rate
11,741 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 10 to 1. The student loan default rate of 1.00% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Most students complete their degree in 4.11 years.

Genetics Careers in NY

Some of the careers genetics majors go into include:

Job Title NY Job Growth NY Median Salary
Biological Science Professors 23% $86,790
Medical Scientists 18% $78,900
Natural Sciences Managers 17% $124,560
Biological Scientists 12% $88,430

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to genetics.

Major Annual Graduates in NY
General Biology 884
Ecology & Systematics Biology 392
Biomathematics & Bioinformatics 301
Physiology & Pathology Sciences 271
Biochemistry & Biophysics 151
Neurobiology & Neurosciences 150
Pharmacology & Toxicology 114
Cell Biology & Anatomical Sciences 99

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