General Biology at University of California-Santa Barbara
If you plan to study General Biology, take a look at what University of California-Santa Barbara. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of California-Santa Barbara is in Santa Barbara, CA.
During the most recent reporting year, 381 general biology degrees were granted at University of California-Santa Barbara.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of California-Santa Barbara
Many students take online classes at University of California-Santa Barbara. Among 26,133 students, 57 (0%) studied exclusively online and 1,195 (5%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at University of California-Santa Barbara
These rankings give you a sense of how University of California-Santa Barbara’s General Biology program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #4 of 138 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #4 of 189 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #16 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | California | #87 of 137 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #103 of 187 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #230 of 1,237 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from University of California-Santa Barbara
Students who complete University of California-Santa Barbara’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 | $30,350 |
| 2 years | $33,565 |
| 3 years | $46,620 |
| 4 years | $57,735 |
| 5 years | $76,068 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, General Biology graduates from University of California-Santa Barbara report median earnings of $57,735, compared with $66,666 for all University of California-Santa Barbara graduates — about 13% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for General Biology graduates from University of California-Santa Barbara is $14,586.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of General Biology graduates at University of California-Santa Barbara, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, General Biology graduates at University of California-Santa Barbara are 63% women (241) and 37% men (140).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at University of California-Santa Barbara
Of the 381 bachelor’s general biology degrees awarded at University of California-Santa Barbara, 63% were women (241) and 37% were men (140).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of California-Santa Barbara.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 146 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 76 |
| Black / African American | 7 |
| Asian | 91 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 37 |
| International (Nonresident) | 8 |
| Unknown | 13 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 56% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of California-Santa Barbara, above 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-Santa Barbara
The General Biology program at University of California-Santa Barbara breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 381 |
Top-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Those who complete General Biology program at University of California-Santa Barbara go on to a range of careers. Here are 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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