General Biology at University of North Carolina at Pembroke
What traits are you looking for in a school for General Biology, you may want to check out the program at University of North Carolina at Pembroke. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of North Carolina at Pembroke sits in Pembroke, NC.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 113 general biology degrees were granted at University of North Carolina at Pembroke.
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Studying Online at University of North Carolina at Pembroke
Online coursework is an option at University of North Carolina at Pembroke. Among 7,674 students, 3,982 (52%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,786 (23%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at University of North Carolina at Pembroke
Rankings can help you compare University of North Carolina at Pembroke’s General Biology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | North Carolina | #8 of 37 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #30 of 37 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #57 of 293 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #239 of 296 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #314 of 1,237 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1144 of 1,249 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from University of North Carolina at Pembroke
Those who finish University of North Carolina at Pembroke’s General Biology program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $27,360 |
| 2 years | $27,784 |
| 3 years | $31,683 |
| 4 years | $39,996 |
| 5 years | $45,619 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, General Biology graduates from University of North Carolina at Pembroke earn a median of $39,996, compared with $47,113 for all University of North Carolina at Pembroke graduates — about 15% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for General Biology graduates from University of North Carolina at Pembroke comes in at $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for General Biology graduates at University of North Carolina at Pembroke, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, General Biology graduates at University of North Carolina at Pembroke are 71% women (80) and 29% men (33).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at University of North Carolina at Pembroke
Of the 113 bachelor’s general biology graduates at University of North Carolina at Pembroke, 71% were women (80) and 29% were men (33).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of North Carolina at Pembroke.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 44 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 12 |
| Black / African American | 18 |
| Asian | 1 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 19 |
| Two or More Races | 13 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 56% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of North Carolina at Pembroke, 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 North Carolina at Pembroke
The General Biology program at University of North Carolina at Pembroke offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 113 |
Best-Paid Careers for General Biology Graduates
Graduates of the General Biology program at University of North Carolina at Pembroke go on to a range of careers. Below 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.