Biology Studies at University of Illinois Springfield
What traits are you looking for in a school for Biology Studies, consider the program at University of Illinois Springfield. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Illinois Springfield is located in Springfield, IL.
During the most recent reporting year, 35 biology studies graduations were recorded at University of Illinois Springfield.
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Online Class Availability at University of Illinois Springfield
Online coursework is an option at University of Illinois Springfield. Of 4,628 students, 2,191 (47%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,660 (36%) took at least some classes online.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Biology Studies graduates at University of Illinois Springfield, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Biology Studies graduates at University of Illinois Springfield are 60% women (21) and 40% men (14).
Biology Studies Bachelor’s Program at University of Illinois Springfield
Among the 35 bachelor’s biology studies degrees awarded at University of Illinois Springfield, 60% were women (21) and 40% were men (14).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biology Studies bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Springfield.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 22 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Minority students account for 31% of Biology Studies bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Springfield, below the national average of 48%.*
*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 University of Illinois Springfield work across a variety of fields. Here are 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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