General Biology at Brigham Young University-Idaho
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Brigham Young University-Idaho is located in Rexburg, ID.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 271 general biology graduations were recorded at Brigham Young University-Idaho.
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Online Class Availability at Brigham Young University-Idaho
Distance learning is available at Brigham Young University-Idaho. Among 45,585 students, 25,139 (55%) studied exclusively online and 14,323 (31%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Brigham Young University-Idaho
Use these rankings to compare Brigham Young University-Idaho’s General Biology program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Idaho | #2 of 8 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #2 of 37 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Idaho | #5 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #16 of 37 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #115 of 1,237 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #644 of 1,249 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Brigham Young University-Idaho
Graduates of Brigham Young University-Idaho’s General Biology program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $24,062 |
| 2 years | $28,719 |
| 3 years | $20,492 |
| 4 years | $47,958 |
| 5 years | $65,513 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, General Biology graduates from Brigham Young University-Idaho earn a median of $47,958, compared with $46,835 for all Brigham Young University-Idaho graduates — about 2% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for General Biology graduates from Brigham Young University-Idaho comes in at $11,211.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of General Biology graduates at Brigham Young University-Idaho, by degree type.
Program-wide, General Biology graduates at Brigham Young University-Idaho are 35% women (96) and 65% men (175).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Brigham Young University-Idaho
Among the 271 bachelor’s general biology graduates at Brigham Young University-Idaho, 35% were women (96) and 65% were men (175).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Brigham Young University-Idaho.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 212 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 30 |
| Asian | 5 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 8 |
| International (Nonresident) | 9 |
| Unknown | 6 |
Minority students account for 16% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Brigham Young University-Idaho, lower than the national average of 47%.*
*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 Brigham Young University-Idaho
The General Biology program at Brigham Young University-Idaho offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 111 |
| General Biomedical Sciences | 160 |
Highest-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Those who complete General Biology program at Brigham Young University-Idaho go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the top-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
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