General Biology at Copiah-Lincoln Community College
If you are interested in studying General Biology, you may want to check out the program at Copiah-Lincoln Community College. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Copiah-Lincoln Community College is located in Wesson, MS.
During the most recent reporting year, 84 general biology graduations were recorded at Copiah-Lincoln Community College.
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Online & Distance Learning at Copiah-Lincoln Community College
Many students take online classes at Copiah-Lincoln Community College. Among 2,932 students, 715 (24%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,292 (44%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Copiah-Lincoln Community College
Rankings can help you compare Copiah-Lincoln Community College’s General Biology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Mississippi | #1 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Mississippi | #4 of 18 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #5 of 293 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #56 of 1,237 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #118 of 296 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #766 of 1,249 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Copiah-Lincoln Community College
Students who complete Copiah-Lincoln Community College’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 | $18,491 |
| 4 years | $23,322 |
| 5 years | $36,373 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, General Biology graduates from Copiah-Lincoln Community College report median earnings of $23,322, compared with $31,394 for all Copiah-Lincoln Community College graduates — about 26% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of General Biology graduates at Copiah-Lincoln Community College, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, General Biology graduates at Copiah-Lincoln Community College are 75% women (63) and 25% men (21).
General Biology Associate’s Program at Copiah-Lincoln Community College
Among the 84 associate’s general biology graduates at Copiah-Lincoln Community College, 75% were women (63) and 25% were men (21).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology associate’s degree recipients at Copiah-Lincoln Community College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 49 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 32 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 42% of General Biology associate’s degree recipients at Copiah-Lincoln Community College, below the national average of 64%.*
*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 Copiah-Lincoln Community College
The General Biology program at Copiah-Lincoln Community College breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 84 |
Highest-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Students who finish General Biology program at Copiah-Lincoln Community College pursue many career paths. Here are 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
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