Genetics at University of Oregon
If you plan to study Genetics, you may want to check out the program at University of Oregon. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Oregon is located in Eugene, OR.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 29 genetics degrees were granted at University of Oregon.
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Studying Online at University of Oregon
Many students take online classes at University of Oregon. Among 24,404 students, 648 (3%) studied exclusively online and 7,016 (29%) took at least some classes online.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Genetics graduates at University of Oregon, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Genetics graduates at University of Oregon are 55% women (16) and 45% men (13).
Genetics Master’s Program at University of Oregon
Among the 29 master’s genetics graduates at University of Oregon, 55% were women (16) and 45% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Genetics master’s degree recipients at University of Oregon.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 8 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 45% of Genetics master’s degree recipients at University of Oregon, above the national average of 30%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Genetics Concentrations at University of Oregon
This Genetics program at University of Oregon breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Genome Sciences | 29 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Genetics Graduates
Graduates of the Genetics program at University of Oregon pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Genetics 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 |
| Biological Technicians | $100,160 |
| Molecular and Cellular Biologists | $100,077 |
| Bioinformatics Scientists | $92,484 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $79,550 |
| Genetic Counselors | $58,726 |
| Biologists | $54,070 |
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.