by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, and more. Also, learn how NC State ranks among other schools offering degrees in biotech.
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NC State is in the top 10% of the country for biotech. More specifically it was ranked #9 out of 105 schools by College Factual.
In 2021, 31 students received their master’s degree in biotech from NC State. This makes it the #9 most popular school for biotech master’s degree candidates in the country.
Biotech majors graduating with a master's degree from NC State make a median salary of $67,299 a year. This is less than what their typical peers from other schools make. Their median salary is $68,827.
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Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the biotech majors at North Carolina State University.
Of the 31 students who earned a master's degree in Biotechnology from NC State in 2020-2021, 45% were men and 55% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 71% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from North Carolina State University with a master's in biotech.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 3 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 22 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 2 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Biology | 399 |
| Physiology & Pathology Sciences | 89 |
| Zoology | 74 |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology | 67 |
| Botany/Plant Biology | 65 |
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