Biology Studies at McNeese State University
If you are interested in studying Biology Studies, you may want to check out the program at McNeese State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
McNeese State University is located in Lake Charles, LA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 39 biology studies degrees were granted at McNeese State University.
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Studying Online at McNeese State University
Many students take online classes at McNeese State University. Among 6,241 students, 1,117 (18%) studied exclusively online and 3,183 (51%) took at least some classes online.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Biology Studies graduates at McNeese State University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Biology Studies graduates at McNeese State University are 69% women (27) and 31% men (12).
Biology Studies Bachelor’s Program at McNeese State University
Of the 39 bachelor’s biology studies degrees awarded at McNeese State University, 69% were women (27) and 31% were men (12).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biology Studies bachelor’s degree recipients at McNeese State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 29 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 23% of Biology Studies bachelor’s degree recipients at McNeese State University, lower than the national average of 48%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Highest-Paying Careers for Biology Studies Graduates
Those who complete Biology Studies program at McNeese State University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Biology Studies majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| 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 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $79,550 |
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
More about our data sources and methodologies.