General Biology at University of California-Irvine
If you are interested in studying General Biology, consider the program at University of California-Irvine. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of California-Irvine is located in Irvine, CA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 784 general biology graduations were recorded at University of California-Irvine.
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Studying Online at University of California-Irvine
Distance learning is available at University of California-Irvine. Among 37,297 students, 614 (2%) studied exclusively online and 12,862 (34%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at University of California-Irvine
Rankings can help you compare University of California-Irvine’s General Biology program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #25 of 138 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #29 of 189 |
| Best Value | California | #83 of 137 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #92 of 187 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #112 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #214 of 1,237 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from University of California-Irvine
Students who complete University of California-Irvine’s General Biology program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $20,595 |
| 2 years | $21,645 |
| 3 years | $27,031 |
| 4 years | $48,182 |
| 5 years | $72,132 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, General Biology graduates from University of California-Irvine earn a median of $48,182, compared with $71,034 for all University of California-Irvine graduates — about 32% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for General Biology graduates from University of California-Irvine is $15,767.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of General Biology graduates at University of California-Irvine, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, General Biology graduates at University of California-Irvine are 68% women (530) and 32% men (254).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at University of California-Irvine
Of the 784 bachelor’s general biology degrees awarded at University of California-Irvine, 68% were women (530) and 32% were men (254).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of California-Irvine.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 127 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 128 |
| Black / African American | 9 |
| Asian | 410 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 51 |
| International (Nonresident) | 44 |
| Unknown | 12 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 77% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of California-Irvine, higher than 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 University of California-Irvine
The General Biology program at University of California-Irvine offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 784 |
Top-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Those who complete General Biology program at University of California-Irvine work across a variety of fields. Here are the highest-paying careers for General Biology graduates, 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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