by our College Data Analytics TeamWe’ve pulled together the essential facts you should know about the program at Montclair State University. It is offered at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. At its best it places at #9 out of 21 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual rates Montclair State University among the top schools in the country for general biology, ranked #354 out of 1,257 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best General Biology Schools | 354 of 1,257 |
| Best General Biology Schools in New Jersey | 9 of 26 |
| Best General Biology Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region | 86 of 221 |
The table below lists every degree level available for general biology at Montclair State University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 145 |
| Master’s | 10 |
During the most recent reporting year, Montclair State University handed out 145 bachelor’s degrees in general biology.
Montclair State University is a solid choice among schools offering general biology at the bachelor’s level. Specifically, it ranked #9 out of 21 schools by College Factual.
General Biology majors who earn their bachelor’s degree from Montclair State University go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $42,414 a year. This is lower than $59,350, the median for all majors at Montclair State University.
Earning a bachelor’s degree at Montclair State University, general biology students borrow a median amount of $26,000 in student loans. This is higher than $25,267, the typical median for all majors at Montclair State University.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $12,323 | $24,900 |
| Fees | $1,122 | $1,122 |
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Among recent graduates, 28% of general biology bachelor’s degrees went to men and 72% went to women.
The majority of general biology bachelor’s degree graduates at Montclair State University are Hispanic or Latino. Approximately 36% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Montclair State University with a bachelor’s in general biology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 18 |
| Black or African American | 20 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 52 |
| White | 45 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 8 |
Montclair State University granted 145 bachelor’s completions in biology/biological sciences, general in the latest year of data — 72% to women and 28% to men. The largest share of these graduates were Hispanic or Latino (36%).
This program is also offered at the graduate level at Montclair State University. Annual graduate completions by level are shown below.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in General Biology | 10 |
