General Biology at Missouri Southern State University
If you are interested in studying General Biology, take a look at what Missouri Southern State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Missouri Southern State University is located in Joplin, MO.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 40 general biology graduations were recorded at Missouri Southern State University.
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Online Class Availability at Missouri Southern State University
Many students take online classes at Missouri Southern State University. Among 4,147 students, 868 (21%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,687 (41%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Missouri Southern State University
Rankings can help you compare Missouri Southern State University’s General Biology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Missouri | #5 of 35 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #11 of 114 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Missouri | #13 of 35 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #65 of 114 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #254 of 1,237 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #587 of 1,249 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Missouri Southern State University
Graduates of Missouri Southern State 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 | $26,859 |
| 3 years | $40,702 |
| 4 years | $46,954 |
| 5 years | $55,730 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, General Biology graduates from Missouri Southern State University report median earnings of $46,954, compared with $44,666 for all Missouri Southern State University graduates — about 5% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for General Biology graduates from Missouri Southern State University comes in at $17,750.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for General Biology graduates at Missouri Southern State University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, General Biology graduates at Missouri Southern State University are 60% women (24) and 40% men (16).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Missouri Southern State University
Of the 40 bachelor’s general biology graduates at Missouri Southern State University, 60% were women (24) and 40% were men (16).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Missouri Southern State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 29 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 22% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Missouri Southern State University, below 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 Missouri Southern State University
This General Biology program at Missouri Southern State University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 25 |
| General Biomedical Sciences | 15 |
Best-Paid Careers for General Biology Graduates
Those who complete General Biology program at Missouri Southern State University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the top-paying 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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