General Biology at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
If you plan to study General Biology, take a look at what University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is in Whitewater, WI.
During the most recent reporting year, 62 general biology graduations were recorded at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater.
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Online Class Availability at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
Many students take online classes at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. Of 11,746 students, 2,618 (22%) studied exclusively online and 3,824 (33%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
Use these rankings to compare University of Wisconsin-Whitewater’s General Biology program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Wisconsin | #9 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wisconsin | #11 of 26 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #45 of 163 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #65 of 164 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #442 of 1,237 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #525 of 1,249 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
Those who finish University of Wisconsin-Whitewater’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 | $33,307 |
| 2 years | $31,676 |
| 3 years | $39,522 |
| 4 years | $46,673 |
| 5 years | $56,815 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, General Biology graduates from University of Wisconsin-Whitewater earn a median of $46,673, compared with $54,862 for all University of Wisconsin-Whitewater graduates — about 15% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for General Biology graduates from University of Wisconsin-Whitewater comes in at $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of General Biology graduates at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, by degree type.
Program-wide, General Biology graduates at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater are 79% women (49) and 21% men (13).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
Of the 62 bachelor’s general biology degrees awarded at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, 79% were women (49) and 21% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 53 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
Minority students account for 15% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, 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 Wisconsin-Whitewater
This General Biology program at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 62 |
Best-Paid Careers for General Biology Graduates
Students who finish General Biology program at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.