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Microbiology Science & Immunology Schools in Pennsylvania

In 2020-2021, 147 students earned their Microbiology degrees in PA.

A Microbiology Science & Immunology major is the 157th most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Microbiology Science & Immunology Majors in Pennsylvania

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 55
Master’s Degree 54
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 36
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 36
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 36
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 2
Post-Master’s Certificate 2

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 8.2%
  • Black or African American: 7.5%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 2.7%
  • White: 59.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 9.5%
  • Other Races: 12.2%
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Jobs for Microbiology Science & Immunology Grads in Pennsylvania

17,010 people in the state and 295,020 in the nation are employed in jobs related to microbiology.

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Wages for Microbiology Science & Immunology Jobs in Pennsylvania

Microbiology grads earn an average of $94,510 in the state and $96,420 nationwide.

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There are 6 colleges in Pennsylvania that offer microbiology degrees. Learn about the most popular 6 below:

71 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
32,277 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 2.90% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. This public school has an average net price of $27,058. The student to faculty ratio is 14 to 1.

#2

Drexel University

Philadelphia
35 Degrees in Major Awarded
74% Graduation Rate
23,589 Total Students

11 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The average student takes 4.68 years to complete their degree at Drexel. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $64,777 after earning their degree at this institution.

16 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
89,816 Total Students

The 4.00% student loan default rate is lower than average. This public school has an average net price of $27,530. The student to faculty ratio is 15 to 1.

12 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
26,552 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 79% are considered full time. In their early career, UPenn grads earn an average salary of $80,445. 57% of students get financical aid.

10 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
8,286 Total Students

The average student takes 4.22 years to complete their degree at Thomas Jefferson University. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 99% of students receive it. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 13 to 1.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
77% Graduation Rate
2,375 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 12 to 1. In their early career, USciences grads earn an average salary of $77,779. The student loan default rate is 1.60% which is lower than average.

Microbiology Science & Immunology Careers in PA

Some of the careers microbiology majors go into include:

Job Title PA Job Growth PA Median Salary
Biological Science Professors 14% $84,070
Microbiologists 9% $66,960
Medical Scientists 8% $103,110
Natural Sciences Managers 8% $130,970
Biological Scientists 6% $71,110

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

Major Annual Graduates in PA
General Biology 4,681
Biochemistry & Biophysics 791
Neurobiology & Neurosciences 785
Other Biological Sciences 529
Ecology & Systematics Biology 212
Physiology & Pathology Sciences 184
Biomathematics & Bioinformatics 178
Biotechnology 115

View all majors related to Microbiology Science & Immunology

View Nationwide Microbiology Science & Immunology Report

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