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General Biology Schools in Montana

In 2020-2021, 305 students earned their Biology degrees in MT.

In terms of popularity, General Biology is the 7th most popular major in the state out of a total 195 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of General Biology Majors in Montana

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 299
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 3
Post-Master’s Certificate 3
Associate Degree 2
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 1
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 1
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 1

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 1.0%
  • Black or African American: 0.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 3.3%
  • White: 85.6%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 1.0%
  • Other Races: 9.2%
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Jobs for General Biology Grads in Montana

In this state, there are 4,980 people employed in jobs related to a biology degree, compared to 1,333,410 nationwide.

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Wages for General Biology Jobs in Montana

In this state, biology grads earn an average of $73,190. Nationwide, they make an average of $89,150.

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There are 10 colleges in Montana that offer biology degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

117 Degrees in Major Awarded
57% Graduation Rate
16,218 Total Students

92% of students get financical aid. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $38,384 after earning their degree at this institution. It takes the average student 4.65 years to graduate.

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

It takes the average student 4.46 years to graduate. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 18 to 1. A typical student attending UM will pay a net price of $14,755.

#3

Carroll College

Helena
34 Degrees in Major Awarded
69% Graduation Rate
1,108 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $43,187 after graduation. Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid. 63% of the teachers are full time.

26 Degrees in Major Awarded
49% Graduation Rate
1,014 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $20,310. The student loan default rate is 5.80% which is lower than average. Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid.

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

In their early career, Montana State University - Billings grads earn an average salary of $34,441. 88% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $14,036.

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

The full-time teacher rate is 54%. The student loan default rate of 5.60% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $34,490 a year.

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

75% of the teachers are full time. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $44,445 a year. It takes the average student 4.65 years to graduate.

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

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $34,008 after earning their degree at this institution. Of all the students who attend this school, 91% get financial aid. The student to faculty ratio is 14 to 1.

2 Degrees in Major Awarded
31% Graduation Rate
1,024 Total Students

The average student takes 4.27 years to complete their degree at Montana State University - Northern. The student to faculty ratio is 14 to 1. Of all the students who attend this school, 80% get financial aid.

#9

Little Big Horn College

Crow Agency
2 Degrees in Major Awarded
211 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $6,081. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 84% of students receive it. In their early career, Little Big Horn College grads earn an average salary of $18,305.

General Biology Careers in MT

Some of the careers biology majors go into include:

Job Title MT Job Growth MT Median Salary
Medical Scientists 14% $70,800
Biological Science Professors 8% $65,430
Natural Sciences Managers 7% $95,970
Biological Scientists 3% $67,340
High School Teachers 2% $49,030

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

Major Annual Graduates in MT
Cell Biology & Anatomical Sciences 81
Microbiology Science & Immunology 66
Physiology & Pathology Sciences 65
Ecology & Systematics Biology 33
Biochemistry & Biophysics 28
Neurobiology & Neurosciences 13
Biotechnology 11
Pharmacology & Toxicology 2

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