Molecular Genetics at Western Kentucky University
If you plan to study Molecular Genetics, consider the program at Western Kentucky University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Western Kentucky University is in Bowling Green, KY.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 4 molecular genetics degrees were awarded at Western Kentucky University.
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Studying Online at Western Kentucky University
Distance learning is available at Western Kentucky University. Among 16,291 students, 3,505 (22%) studied exclusively online and 6,624 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Molecular Genetics graduates at Western Kentucky University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Molecular Genetics graduates at Western Kentucky University are 75% women (3) and 25% men (1).
Molecular Genetics Bachelor’s Program at Western Kentucky University
Among the 4 bachelor’s molecular genetics degrees awarded at Western Kentucky University, 75% were women (3) and 25% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Molecular 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 Molecular Genetics bachelor’s degree recipients at Western Kentucky University, below the national average of 29%.*
*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
Those who complete Molecular Genetics program at Western Kentucky University pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-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
More about our data sources and methodologies.
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