by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how Gordon ranks among other schools offering degrees in biology.
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The bachelor's program at Gordon was ranked #823 on College Factual's Best Schools for biology list. It is also ranked #26 in Georgia.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Gordon State College handed out 30 bachelor's degrees in general biology. This is an increase of 20% over the previous year when 25 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of biology students who receive their bachelor's degree at Gordon is $23,710. Unfortunately, this is lower than the national average of $27,253 for all biology students.
While getting their bachelor's degree at Gordon, biology students borrow a median amount of $26,007 in student loans. This is higher than the the typical median of $25,375 for all biology majors across the country.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the biology majors at Gordon State College.
Of the 30 biology students who graduated with a bachelor's degree in 2020-2021 from Gordon, about 43% were men and 57% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 70% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Gordon State College with a bachelor's in biology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 6 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 21 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
