Molecular Genetics at Washington University in St Louis
What traits are you looking for in a school for Molecular Genetics, take a look at what Washington University in St Louis. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Washington University in St Louis is located in St. Louis, MO.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 16 molecular genetics graduations were recorded at Washington University in St Louis.
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Online & Distance Learning at Washington University in St Louis
Online coursework is an option at Washington University in St Louis. Among 16,357 students, 678 (4%) studied exclusively online and 713 (4%) took at least some classes online.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Molecular Genetics graduates at Washington University in St Louis, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Molecular Genetics graduates at Washington University in St Louis are 44% women (7) and 56% men (9).
Molecular Genetics Doctoral Program at Washington University in St Louis
Of the 16 doctoral molecular genetics degrees awarded at Washington University in St Louis, 44% were women (7) and 56% were men (9).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Molecular Genetics doctoral degree recipients at Washington University in St Louis.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 7 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 19% of Molecular Genetics doctoral degree recipients at Washington University in St Louis, higher than the national average of 18%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Highest-Paying Careers for Molecular Genetics Graduates
Students who finish Molecular Genetics program at Washington University in St Louis pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Molecular Genetics graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Molecular and Cellular Biologists | $100,077 |
| Bioinformatics Scientists | $92,484 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $79,550 |
| Genetic Counselors | $58,726 |
| Biologists | $54,070 |
| Geneticists | $48,526 |
| Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $41,048 |
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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