by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about this program at San Francisco State University. It is offered at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. At its best it places at #1 out of 62 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual ranks San Francisco State University as a strong choice for general biology, placing at #5 out of 1,257 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best General Biology Schools | 5 of 1,257 |
| Best General Biology Schools in California | 1 of 141 |
The following degree levels are granted in general biology at San Francisco State University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 339 |
| Master’s | 57 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, San Francisco State University conferred 339 bachelor’s degrees in general biology.
San Francisco State University is among the very best schools in the country for general biology at the bachelor’s level. In particular it placed #1 out of 62 schools by College Factual.
General Biology majors who earn their bachelor’s degree from San Francisco State University earn a median of $59,380 a year. This is lower than $68,654, the median for all majors at San Francisco State University.
Earning a bachelor’s degree at San Francisco State University, general biology graduates take on a median debt of $15,000 in student loans. This is lower than $16,689, the typical median for all majors at San Francisco State University.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $5,742 | $18,684 |
| Fees | $1,762 | $1,762 |
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For the most recent academic year available, 31% of general biology bachelor’s degrees went to men and 69% went to women.
The largest share of general biology bachelor’s degree graduates at San Francisco State University are Hispanic or Latino. Approximately 41% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from San Francisco State University with a bachelor’s in general biology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 101 |
| Black or African American | 12 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 138 |
| White | 62 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 4 |
| Other Races | 22 |
San Francisco State University awarded 339 bachelor’s completions in biology/biological sciences, general in the most recent reporting year — 69% to women and 31% to men. The largest share of these graduates were Hispanic or Latino (41%).
Graduate study is also available at San Francisco State University. Here are the graduate award levels offered.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in General Biology | 57 |
