Biology Studies at Swarthmore College
If you plan to study Biology Studies, you may want to check out the program at Swarthmore College. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Swarthmore College is in Swarthmore, PA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 33 biology studies graduations were recorded at Swarthmore College.
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Online & Distance Learning at Swarthmore College
Swarthmore College primarily offers on-campus instruction; distance-education enrollment is limited.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Biology Studies graduates at Swarthmore College, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Biology Studies graduates at Swarthmore College are 70% women (23) and 30% men (10).
Biology Studies Bachelor’s Program at Swarthmore College
Of the 33 bachelor’s biology studies graduates at Swarthmore College, 70% were women (23) and 30% were men (10).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biology Studies bachelor’s degree recipients at Swarthmore College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 8 |
| Two or More Races | 5 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 55% of Biology Studies bachelor’s degree recipients at Swarthmore College, above the national average of 48%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Best-Paid Careers for Biology Studies Graduates
Those who complete Biology Studies program at Swarthmore College pursue many career paths. Here are the top-paying careers for Biology Studies 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 |
| 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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