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Microbiology Science & Immunology in California

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Microbiology Science & Immunology Schools in California

594 students earned Microbiology degrees in California in the 2020-2021 year.

In this state, Microbiology Science & Immunology is the 117th most popular major out of a total 333 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Microbiology Science & Immunology Majors in California

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 519
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 48
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 48
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 48
Master’s Degree 25
Post-Master’s Certificate 1
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 1
Associate Degree 1

Gender Distribution

In California, a microbiology major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of microbiology majors in California is as follows:

  • Asian: 31.6%
  • Black or African American: 1.3%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 26.1%
  • White: 26.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 5.6%
  • Other Races: 8.4%
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Jobs for Microbiology Science & Immunology Grads in California

There are 53,930 people in the state and 295,020 people in the nation working in microbiology jobs.

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Wages for Microbiology Science & Immunology Jobs in California

In this state, microbiology grads earn an average of $102,550. Nationwide, they make an average of $96,420.

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

139 Degrees in Major Awarded
91% Graduation Rate
44,589 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $55,427 a year. 73% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. 72% of the teachers are full time.

85 Degrees in Major Awarded
86% Graduation Rate
39,074 Total Students

The 1.50% student loan default rate is lower than average. The full-time teacher rate is 85%. A typical student attending UC Davis will pay a net price of $15,768.

48 Degrees in Major Awarded
86% Graduation Rate
39,576 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.29 years. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $56,844 a year. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $15,240.

48 Degrees in Major Awarded
48% Graduation Rate
26,745 Total Students

The 3.60% student loan default rate is lower than average. In their early career, Cal State LA grads earn an average salary of $42,517. Of all the students who attend this school, 95% get financial aid.

41 Degrees in Major Awarded
82% Graduation Rate
26,179 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $51,496 a year. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.80%. 60% of students get financical aid.

39 Degrees in Major Awarded
91% Graduation Rate
42,327 Total Students

63% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. It takes the average student 4.21 years to graduate. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.80%.

35 Degrees in Major Awarded
74% Graduation Rate
36,334 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $48,314 after earning their degree at this institution. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $13,845. The student loan default rate of 2.20% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

29 Degrees in Major Awarded
75% Graduation Rate
26,434 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $45,632 a year. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.30%. Most students complete their degree in 4.30 years.

27 Degrees in Major Awarded
82% Graduation Rate
22,440 Total Students

70% of the teachers are full time. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $20,677. The student to faculty ratio is 21 to 1.

27 Degrees in Major Awarded
69% Graduation Rate
40,069 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $46,059 after graduation. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $10,054. 80% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

Microbiology Science & Immunology Careers in CA

Some of the careers microbiology majors go into include:

Job Title CA Job Growth CA Median Salary
Biological Science Professors 19% $116,420
Medical Scientists 13% $99,100
Biological Scientists 12% $87,760
Natural Sciences Managers 11% $150,350
Microbiologists 10% $105,330

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

Major Annual Graduates in CA
General Biology 14,026
Cell Biology & Anatomical Sciences 2,320
Biochemistry & Biophysics 2,064
Neurobiology & Neurosciences 1,537
Ecology & Systematics Biology 730
Physiology & Pathology Sciences 595
Biomathematics & Bioinformatics 353
Biotechnology 322

View all majors related to Microbiology Science & Immunology

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