General Biology at University of Rhode Island
What traits are you looking for in a school for General Biology, take a look at what University of Rhode Island. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Rhode Island sits in Kingston, RI.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 156 general biology degrees were granted at University of Rhode Island.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Rhode Island
Distance learning is available at University of Rhode Island. Among 17,210 students, 818 (5%) studied exclusively online and 5,946 (35%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at University of Rhode Island
Use these rankings to compare University of Rhode Island’s General Biology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Rhode Island | #2 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rhode Island | #3 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #12 of 91 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #26 of 91 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #85 of 1,249 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #658 of 1,237 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from University of Rhode Island
Those who finish University of Rhode Island’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 | $36,120 |
| 2 years | $36,668 |
| 3 years | $49,247 |
| 4 years | $58,218 |
| 5 years | $74,984 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, General Biology graduates from University of Rhode Island report median earnings of $58,218, compared with $67,030 for all University of Rhode Island graduates — about 13% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for General Biology graduates from University of Rhode Island stands at $24,215.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of General Biology graduates at University of Rhode Island, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, General Biology graduates at University of Rhode Island are 73% women (114) and 27% men (42).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at University of Rhode Island
Of the 156 bachelor’s general biology graduates at University of Rhode Island, 73% were women (114) and 27% were men (42).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Rhode Island.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 96 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 20 |
| Black / African American | 14 |
| Asian | 11 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 8 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 35% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Rhode Island, lower 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 Rhode Island
The General Biology program at University of Rhode Island offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 125 |
| General Biomedical Sciences | 31 |
Highest-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Graduates of the General Biology program at University of Rhode Island work across a variety of fields. Here are the best-paid 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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