Genetics at Western Kentucky University
If you are interested in studying Genetics, consider the program at Western Kentucky University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Western Kentucky University sits in Bowling Green, KY.
During the most recent reporting year, 4 genetics graduations were recorded at Western Kentucky University.
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Online Class Availability at Western Kentucky University
Many students take online classes at Western Kentucky University. Of 16,291 students, 3,505 (22%) studied exclusively online and 6,624 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Genetics Rankings at Western Kentucky University
Rankings can help you compare Western Kentucky University’s Genetics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Genetics graduates at Western Kentucky University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Genetics graduates at Western Kentucky University are 75% women (3) and 25% men (1).
Genetics Bachelor’s Program at Western Kentucky University
Of the 4 bachelor’s genetics graduates at Western Kentucky University, 75% were women (3) and 25% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Genetics bachelor’s degree recipients at Western Kentucky University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Asian | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 25% of Genetics bachelor’s degree recipients at Western Kentucky University, lower than the national average of 28%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Genetics Concentrations at Western Kentucky University
This Genetics program at Western Kentucky University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Molecular Genetics | 4 |
Best-Paid Careers for Genetics Graduates
Students who finish Genetics program at Western Kentucky University pursue many career paths. Below are the top-paying careers for Genetics 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 |
| Biological Technicians | $100,160 |
| Molecular and Cellular Biologists | $100,077 |
| Bioinformatics Scientists | $92,484 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $79,550 |
| Genetic Counselors | $58,726 |
| Biologists | $54,070 |
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.