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 RIC ranks among other schools offering degrees in biology.
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The bachelor's program at RIC was ranked #319 on College Factual's Best Schools for biology list. It is also ranked #5 in Rhode Island.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Rhode Island College handed out 40 bachelor's degrees in general biology. This is an increase of 111% over the previous year when 19 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of biology students who receive their bachelor's degree at RIC is $35,907. This is great news for graduates of the program, since this figure is higher than the national average of $27,253 for all biology bachelor's degree recipients.
While getting their bachelor's degree at RIC, biology students borrow a median amount of $26,949 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 Rhode Island College.
Of the 40 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in biology from RIC in 2021, 23% were men and 78% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Rhode Island College with a bachelor's in biology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 3 |
| Black or African American | 5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 12 |
| White | 17 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 3 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology | 2 |
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