General Biology at University of South Carolina Beaufort
If you plan to study General Biology, consider the program at University of South Carolina Beaufort. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of South Carolina Beaufort is in Bluffton, SC.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 27 general biology degrees were granted at University of South Carolina Beaufort.
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Online Class Availability at University of South Carolina Beaufort
Many students take online classes at University of South Carolina Beaufort. Of 2,208 students, 397 (18%) studied exclusively online and 1,390 (63%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at University of South Carolina Beaufort
Rankings can help you compare University of South Carolina Beaufort’s General Biology program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | South Carolina | #6 of 24 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #18 of 25 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #129 of 293 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #215 of 296 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #567 of 1,237 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1073 of 1,249 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from University of South Carolina Beaufort
Students who complete University of South Carolina Beaufort’s General Biology program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $25,866 |
| 2 years | $33,993 |
| 3 years | $22,891 |
| 4 years | $33,433 |
| 5 years | $45,802 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, General Biology graduates from University of South Carolina Beaufort report median earnings of $33,433, compared with $47,890 for all University of South Carolina Beaufort graduates — about 30% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for General Biology graduates from University of South Carolina Beaufort stands at $26,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of General Biology graduates at University of South Carolina Beaufort, by degree type.
Program-wide, General Biology graduates at University of South Carolina Beaufort are 67% women (18) and 33% men (9).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at University of South Carolina Beaufort
Of the 27 bachelor’s general biology graduates at University of South Carolina Beaufort, 67% were women (18) and 33% were men (9).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of South Carolina Beaufort.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 7 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 48% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of South Carolina Beaufort, 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 South Carolina Beaufort
This General Biology program at University of South Carolina Beaufort offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 27 |
Top-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Those who complete General Biology program at University of South Carolina Beaufort pursue many career paths. 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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