General Biology at Grand Canyon University
What traits are you looking for in a school for General Biology, you may want to check out the program at Grand Canyon University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Grand Canyon University is located in Phoenix, AZ.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 276 general biology graduations were recorded at Grand Canyon University.
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Studying Online at Grand Canyon University
Many students take online classes at Grand Canyon University. Of 113,257 students, 89,777 (79%) studied exclusively online and 13,471 (12%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Grand Canyon University
Rankings can help you compare Grand Canyon University’s General Biology program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Arizona | #11 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Arizona | #12 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #84 of 120 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #101 of 116 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #849 of 1,237 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #927 of 1,249 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Grand Canyon University
Those who finish Grand Canyon 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 | $27,166 |
| 2 years | $27,693 |
| 3 years | $35,295 |
| 4 years | $43,156 |
| 5 years | $59,483 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, General Biology graduates from Grand Canyon University take home a median $43,156, compared with $65,272 for all Grand Canyon University graduates — about 34% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for General Biology graduates from Grand Canyon University is $26,921.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of General Biology graduates at Grand Canyon University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, General Biology graduates at Grand Canyon University are 67% women (186) and 33% men (90).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Grand Canyon University
Of the 276 bachelor’s general biology degrees awarded at Grand Canyon University, 67% were women (186) and 33% were men (90).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Grand Canyon University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 144 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 78 |
| Black / African American | 8 |
| Asian | 17 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 12 |
| International (Nonresident) | 9 |
| Unknown | 6 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 42% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Grand Canyon University, 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 Grand Canyon University
The General Biology program at Grand Canyon University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 276 |
Best-Paid Careers for General Biology Graduates
Those who complete General Biology program at Grand Canyon University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for General Biology majors, 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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