General Biology at Highline College
If you are interested in studying General Biology, consider the program at Highline College. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Highline College is in Des Moines, WA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 13 general biology degrees were awarded at Highline College.
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Studying Online at Highline College
Online coursework is an option at Highline College. Among 5,592 students, 2,081 (37%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,915 (34%) took at least some classes online.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for General Biology graduates at Highline College, by degree type.
Program-wide, General Biology graduates at Highline College are 85% women (11) and 15% men (2).
General Biology Associate’s Program at Highline College
Of the 13 associate’s general biology degrees awarded at Highline College, 85% were women (11) and 15% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology associate’s degree recipients at Highline College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 5 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Minority students account for 69% of General Biology associate’s degree recipients at Highline College, above 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 Highline College
The General Biology program at Highline College includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 13 |
Best-Paid Careers for General Biology Graduates
Those who complete General Biology program at Highline College go on to a range of careers. Here are 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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