Zoology at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt
What traits are you looking for in a school for Zoology, consider the program at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt is located in Arcata, CA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 33 zoology degrees were awarded at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt.
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Online Class Availability at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt
Online coursework is an option at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt. Among 6,237 students, 548 (9%) studied exclusively online and 2,932 (47%) took at least some classes online.
Zoology Rankings at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt
Use these rankings to compare California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt’s Zoology program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | California | #1 of 4 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #1 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #4 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #5 of 6 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #10 of 56 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #37 of 56 |
Earnings for Zoology Graduates from California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt
Graduates of California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt’s Zoology program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $23,650 |
| 2 years | $16,345 |
| 3 years | $22,010 |
| 4 years | $26,675 |
| 5 years | $37,169 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Zoology graduates from California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt earn a median of $26,675, compared with $44,237 for all California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt graduates — about 40% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Zoology graduates from California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt is $20,690.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Zoology graduates at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Zoology graduates at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt are 64% women (21) and 36% men (12).
Zoology Bachelor’s Program at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt
Of the 33 bachelor’s zoology degrees awarded at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt, 64% were women (21) and 36% were men (12).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Zoology bachelor’s degree recipients at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 17 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 67% of Zoology bachelor’s degree recipients at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt, above the national average of 26%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Zoology Concentrations at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt
The Zoology program at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Animal Biology | 33 |
Top-Paying Careers for Zoology Graduates
Students who finish Zoology program at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt go on to a range of careers. Below are the highest-paying careers for Zoology graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Biological Technicians | $100,160 |
| Molecular and Cellular Biologists | $100,077 |
| Bioinformatics Scientists | $92,484 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $79,550 |
| Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists | $55,554 |
| Biologists | $54,070 |
| Geneticists | $48,526 |
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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