Biotechnology at Auburn University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Biotechnology, take a look at what Auburn University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Auburn University is located in Auburn, AL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 11 biotechnology degrees were granted at Auburn University.
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Studying Online at Auburn University
Online coursework is an option at Auburn University. Among 34,145 students, 3,255 (10%) studied exclusively online and 10,871 (32%) took at least some classes online.
Biotechnology Rankings at Auburn University
Rankings can help you compare Auburn University’s Biotechnology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #2 of 9 |
| Best Value | Alabama | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #8 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #38 of 84 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #64 of 82 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Biotechnology graduates at Auburn University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Biotechnology graduates at Auburn University are 73% women (8) and 27% men (3).
Biotechnology Bachelor’s Program at Auburn University
Among the 11 bachelor’s biotechnology graduates at Auburn University, 73% were women (8) and 27% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biotechnology bachelor’s degree recipients at Auburn University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 36% of Biotechnology bachelor’s degree recipients at Auburn University, lower than the national average of 51%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Biotechnology Concentrations at Auburn University
The Biotechnology program at Auburn University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biotechnology | 11 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Biotechnology Graduates
Graduates of the Biotechnology program at Auburn University work across a variety of fields. Here are the top-paying careers for Biotechnology majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Molecular and Cellular Biologists | $100,077 |
| Bioinformatics Scientists | $92,484 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $79,550 |
| Biologists | $54,070 |
| Geneticists | $48,526 |
| Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $41,048 |
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.