Biology Studies at North Hennepin Community College
If you plan to study Biology Studies, consider the program at North Hennepin Community College. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
North Hennepin Community College is located in Brooklyn Park, MN.
During the most recent reporting year, 10 biology studies degrees were granted at North Hennepin Community College.
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Online Class Availability at North Hennepin Community College
Many students take online classes at North Hennepin Community College. Of 5,563 students, 1,899 (34%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,777 (32%) took at least some classes online.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Biology Studies graduates at North Hennepin Community College, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Biology Studies graduates at North Hennepin Community College are 50% women (5) and 50% men (5).
Biology Studies Associate’s Program at North Hennepin Community College
Among the 10 associate’s biology studies degrees awarded at North Hennepin Community College, 50% were women (5) and 50% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biology Studies associate’s degree recipients at North Hennepin Community College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 30% of Biology Studies associate’s degree recipients at North Hennepin Community College, below the national average of 64%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Top-Paying Careers for Biology Studies Graduates
Students who finish Biology Studies program at North Hennepin Community College work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the best-paid 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
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