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Biology in New Mexico

Biology Schools in New Mexico

In 2022-2023, 517 students earned their Biology degrees in NM.

In terms of popularity, Biology is the 6th most popular major in the state out of a total 222 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Biology Majors in New Mexico

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 359
Master’s Degree 79
Associate Degree 67
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 12
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 12
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 12

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of biology majors in New Mexico is as follows:

  • Asian: 4.1%
  • Black or African American: 2.9%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 43.1%
  • White: 37.3%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 2.3%
  • Other Races: 10.3%
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Jobs for Biology Grads in New Mexico

There are 8,310 people in the state and 1,333,410 people in the nation working in biology jobs.

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Wages for Biology Jobs in New Mexico

Biology grads earn an average of $69,310 in the state and $89,150 nationwide.

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There are 11 colleges in New Mexico that offer biology degrees. Learn about the most popular 11 below:

268 Degrees in Major Awarded
54% Graduation Rate
22,311 Total Students

17 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. This public school has an average net price of $13,873. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 73% are considered full time.

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146 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
14,227 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.68 years to graduate. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 96% of students receive it. This public school has an average net price of $8,495.

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30 Degrees in Major Awarded
29% Graduation Rate
5,266 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $7,669. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 67% are considered full time. It takes the average student 4.41 years to graduate.

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27 Degrees in Major Awarded
21,398 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 20 to 1. A typical student attending CNM will pay a net price of $2,448. 36% of the teachers are full time.

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27 Degrees in Major Awarded
54% Graduation Rate
1,686 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 80% are considered full time. The student loan default rate of 0.40% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Most students complete their degree in 4.58 years.

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23 Degrees in Major Awarded
17% Graduation Rate
904 Total Students

The average student takes 4.33 years to complete their degree at USW. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 19 to 1. This private institution charges an average net price of $19,808.

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20 Degrees in Major Awarded
29% Graduation Rate
2,777 Total Students

A typical student attending New Mexico Highlands University will pay a net price of $8,935. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 99% are considered full time. Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid.

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San Juan College

Farmington
12 Degrees in Major Awarded
5,240 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid. The student to faculty ratio is 12 to 1. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $3,878.

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7 Degrees in Major Awarded
20% Graduation Rate
1,234 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid. It takes the average student 4.50 years to graduate. This public school has an average net price of $7,638.

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5 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,698 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $5,664. The full-time teacher rate is 37%. Of all the students who attend this school, 79% get financial aid.

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5 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,459 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 11 to 1. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 26% are considered full time. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $8,508.

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Biology Careers in NM

Some of the careers biology majors go into include:

Job Title NM Job Growth NM Median Salary
Medical Scientists 13% $70,010
High School Teachers 5% $53,710

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

Major Annual Graduates in NM
Biochemistry & Biophysics 93
Cell Biology & Anatomical Sciences 16
Microbiology Science & Immunology 15
Genetics 12
Botany/Plant Biology 10
Biotechnology 9
Zoology 5
Biomathematics & Bioinformatics 2

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