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Ecology & Systematics Biology Schools in Montana

38 Ecology students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

In this state, Ecology & Systematics Biology is the 70th most popular major out of a total 195 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Ecology & Systematics Biology Majors in Montana

Ecology majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 20
Bachelor’s Degree 7
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 5
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 5
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 5
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 4
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 4
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 4
Post-Master’s Certificate 2
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 2

Gender Distribution

In Montana, a ecology major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of ecology majors in Montana is as follows:

  • Asian: 2.6%
  • Black or African American: 2.6%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 2.6%
  • White: 81.6%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.0%
  • Other Races: 10.5%
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Jobs for Ecology & Systematics Biology Grads in Montana

1,870 people in the state and 506,240 in the nation are employed in jobs related to ecology.

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Wages for Ecology & Systematics Biology Jobs in Montana

Ecology grads earn an average of $66,770 in the state and $89,150 nationwide.

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There are 5 colleges in Montana that offer ecology degrees. Learn about the most popular 5 below:

14 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
1,005 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 54% are considered full time. Graduates earn an average $34,490 after graduation. An average student at University of Providence will pay a net price of $25,103.

10 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
9,808 Total Students

In their early career, UM grads earn an average salary of $32,787. The average student takes 4.46 years to complete their degree at UM. This public school has an average net price of $14,755.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
41% Graduation Rate
1,334 Total Students

66% of the teachers are full time. This public school has an average net price of $12,240. Most students complete their degree in 4.64 years.

2 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
1,650 Total Students

The average student takes 4.65 years to complete their degree at Montana Tech. Graduates earn an average $44,445 after graduation. Of all the students who attend this school, 93% get financial aid.

1 Degrees in Major Awarded
28% Graduation Rate
4,000 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 15 to 1. A typical student attending Montana State University - Billings will pay a net price of $14,036. It takes the average student 4.67 years to graduate.

Ecology & Systematics Biology Careers in MT

Some of the careers ecology majors go into include:

Job Title MT Job Growth MT Median Salary
Health Specialties Professors 21% $0
Medical Scientists 14% $70,800
Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists 10% $63,330
Biological Science Professors 8% $65,430
Natural Sciences Managers 7% $95,970
Biological Scientists 3% $67,340

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to ecology.

Major Annual Graduates in MT
General Biology 305
Cell Biology & Anatomical Sciences 81
Microbiology Science & Immunology 66
Physiology & Pathology Sciences 65
Biochemistry & Biophysics 28
Neurobiology & Neurosciences 13
Biotechnology 11
Pharmacology & Toxicology 2

View all majors related to Ecology & Systematics Biology

View Nationwide Ecology & Systematics Biology Report

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