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Biology in Wisconsin

Biology Schools in Wisconsin

In 2022-2023, 2,029 students earned their Biology degrees in WI.

A Biology major is the 6th most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Biology Majors in Wisconsin

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 1,848
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 129
Master’s Degree 36
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 16
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 16
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 16

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 8.3%
  • Black or African American: 2.5%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 6.3%
  • White: 74.6%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 2.9%
  • Other Races: 5.5%
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Jobs for Biology Grads in Wisconsin

23,680 people in the state and 1,333,410 in the nation are employed in jobs related to biology.

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Wages for Biology Jobs in Wisconsin

In this state, biology grads earn an average of $73,520. Nationwide, they make an average of $89,150.

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

380 Degrees in Major Awarded
88% Graduation Rate
44,640 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.32 years to graduate. 84% of the teachers are full time. 58% of students get financical aid.

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264 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
10,531 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $15,217. Of all the students who attend this school, 79% get financial aid. Most students complete their degree in 4.48 years.

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Marquette University

Milwaukee
241 Degrees in Major Awarded
84% Graduation Rate
11,550 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.23 years to graduate. Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 57% are considered full time.

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135 Degrees in Major Awarded
46% Graduation Rate
24,565 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 85% of students receive it. It takes the average student 4.74 years to graduate.

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110 Degrees in Major Awarded
65% Graduation Rate
11,017 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 76% are considered full time. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 84% of students receive it. It takes the average student 4.44 years to graduate.

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108 Degrees in Major Awarded
62% Graduation Rate
11,989 Total Students

19 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. It takes the average student 4.48 years to graduate. This public school has an average net price of $14,648.

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99 Degrees in Major Awarded
56% Graduation Rate
15,314 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 20 to 1. 89% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. 69% of the teachers are full time.

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92 Degrees in Major Awarded
59% Graduation Rate
8,302 Total Students

21 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 77% are considered full time.

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77 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
5,855 Total Students

93% of students get financical aid. 61% of the teachers are full time. It takes the average student 4.41 years to graduate.

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64 Degrees in Major Awarded
56% Graduation Rate
7,547 Total Students

The average student takes 4.74 years to complete their degree at UW - Platteville. Of all the students who attend this school, 90% get financial aid. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 20 to 1.

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Biology Careers in WI

Some of the careers biology majors go into include:

Job Title WI Job Growth WI Median Salary
Medical Scientists 15% $65,210
High School Teachers 3% $56,700

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

Major Annual Graduates in WI
Biochemistry & Biophysics 404
Neurobiology & Neurosciences 326
Genetics 157
Microbiology Science & Immunology 153
Physiology & Pathology Sciences 149
Zoology 93
Ecology & Systematics Biology 66
Pharmacology & Toxicology 34

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