General Biology at Utah Valley University
If you are interested in studying General Biology, consider the program at Utah Valley University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Utah Valley University is in Orem, UT.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 294 general biology degrees were granted at Utah Valley University.
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Studying Online at Utah Valley University
Online coursework is an option at Utah Valley University. Of 46,807 students, 6,655 (14%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 15,106 (32%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Utah Valley University
Rankings can help you compare Utah Valley University’s General Biology program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Utah | #3 of 8 |
| Best Value | Utah | #3 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #4 of 37 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #5 of 37 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #76 of 1,237 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #154 of 1,249 |
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Utah | #3 of 8 |
| Best Value | Utah | #3 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #4 of 37 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #5 of 37 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #76 of 1,237 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #154 of 1,249 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Utah Valley University
Those who finish Utah Valley University’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 | $29,128 |
| 2 years | $37,568 |
| 3 years | $48,764 |
| 4 years | $61,611 |
| 5 years | $64,599 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, General Biology graduates from Utah Valley University take home a median $61,611, compared with $53,268 for all Utah Valley University graduates — about 16% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for General Biology graduates from Utah Valley University is $19,200.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of General Biology graduates at Utah Valley University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, General Biology graduates at Utah Valley University are 42% women (124) and 58% men (170).
General Biology Associate’s Program at Utah Valley University
Of the 167 associate’s general biology graduates at Utah Valley University, 47% were women (79) and 53% were men (88).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology associate’s degree recipients at Utah Valley University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 129 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 27 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 6 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 22% of General Biology associate’s degree recipients at Utah Valley University, lower than the national average of 64%.*
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Utah Valley University
Among the 127 bachelor’s general biology graduates at Utah Valley University, 35% were women (45) and 65% were men (82).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Utah Valley University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 101 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 18 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 19% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Utah Valley University, 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 Utah Valley University
This General Biology program at Utah Valley University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 294 |
Highest-Paying Careers for General Biology Graduates
Those who complete General Biology program at Utah Valley University pursue many career paths. Here are the top-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.