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, and more. We've also included details on how Lake Forest ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in biology.
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The bachelor's program at Lake Forest was ranked #167 on College Factual's Best Schools for biology list. It is also ranked #7 in Illinois.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Lake Forest College handed out 16 bachelor's degrees in general biology. This is a decrease of 33% over the previous year when 24 degrees were handed out.
While getting their bachelor's degree at Lake Forest, biology students borrow a median amount of $27,000 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 Lake Forest College.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, 16 biology majors earned their bachelor's degree from Lake Forest. Of these graduates, 38% were men and 63% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 69% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Lake Forest College with a bachelor's in biology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 11 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 2 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Neurobiology & Neurosciences | 22 |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology | 5 |
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