Biological & Physical Science at Laurel Ridge Community College
If you are interested in studying Biological & Physical Science, consider the program at Laurel Ridge Community College. Get started with the following essential facts.
Laurel Ridge Community College is located in Middletown, VA.
During the most recent reporting year, 124 biological & physical science graduations were recorded at Laurel Ridge Community College.
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Online & Distance Learning at Laurel Ridge Community College
Online coursework is an option at Laurel Ridge Community College. Of 5,902 students, 1,469 (25%) studied exclusively online and 1,545 (26%) took at least some classes online.
Biological & Physical Science Rankings at Laurel Ridge Community College
These rankings give you a sense of how Laurel Ridge Community College’s Biological & Physical Science program to other colleges that offer this major.
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #2 of 18 |
| Best Value | Virginia | #2 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #5 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #11 of 19 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #71 of 190 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #132 of 191 |
Earnings for Biological & Physical Science Graduates from Laurel Ridge Community College
Students who complete Laurel Ridge Community College’s Biological & Physical Science program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $30,652 |
| 2 years | $29,141 |
| 4 years | $38,222 |
| 5 years | $50,568 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Biological & Physical Science graduates from Laurel Ridge Community College earn a median of $38,222, compared with $39,485 for all Laurel Ridge Community College graduates — about 3% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Biological & Physical Science graduates from Laurel Ridge Community College comes in at $8,400.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Biological & Physical Science graduates at Laurel Ridge Community College, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Biological & Physical Science graduates at Laurel Ridge Community College are 55% women (68) and 45% men (56).
Biological & Physical Science Associate’s Program at Laurel Ridge Community College
Among the 124 associate’s biological & physical science graduates at Laurel Ridge Community College, 55% were women (68) and 45% were men (56).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biological & Physical Science associate’s degree recipients at Laurel Ridge Community College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 78 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 18 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 8 |
| Two or More Races | 10 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 5 |
Minority students account for 31% of Biological & Physical Science associate’s degree recipients at Laurel Ridge Community College, lower than the national average of 66%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Biological & Physical Science Concentrations at Laurel Ridge Community College
This Biological & Physical Science program at Laurel Ridge Community College offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biological & Physical Sciences | 124 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Biological & Physical Science Graduates
Those who complete Biological & Physical Science program at Laurel Ridge Community College work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Biological & Physical Science 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 |
| Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $77,927 |
| Postsecondary Teachers, All Other | $68,967 |
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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