by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about this program at UIW. It is offered at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. Its best result is a rank of #51 out of 58 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, UIW as a strong choice for general biology, coming in at #1,106 out of 1,257 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best General Biology Schools | 1,106 of 1,257 |
| Best General Biology Schools in Texas | 70 of 78 |
| Best General Biology Schools in the Southwest Region | 105 of 119 |
Here is each degree level offered in general biology at UIW, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 69 |
| Master’s | 11 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, University of the Incarnate Word awarded 69 bachelor’s degrees in general biology.
UIW holds a strong position among schools offering general biology at the bachelor’s level. Specifically, it ranked #51 out of 58 schools by College Factual.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best General Biology Bachelor’s Degree Schools in Texas | 51 |
| Best General Biology Bachelor’s Degree Schools in the Southwest Region | 71 |
| Best General Biology Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 917 |
General Biology majors who earn their bachelor’s degree from UIW report a median salary of $42,386 a year. This is lower than $66,290, the median for all majors at UIW.
While getting their bachelor’s degree at UIW, general biology students borrow a median amount of $27,000 in student loans. This is lower than $28,521, the typical median for all majors at UIW.
The full-time undergraduate tuition and fees are shown below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $31,800 | $35,050 |
| Fees | $2,040 | $2,040 |
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For the most recent academic year available, 29% of general biology bachelor’s degrees went to men and 71% went to women.
The largest share of general biology bachelor’s degree graduates at UIW were Hispanic or Latino. Approximately 70% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of the Incarnate Word with a bachelor’s in general biology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 48 |
| White | 14 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 3 |
UIW granted 69 bachelor’s completions in biology/biological sciences, general in the latest year of data — 71% to women and 29% to men. The most common background among these graduates was Hispanic or Latino (70%).
You can also pursue this field at the graduate level at UIW. Here are the graduate award levels offered.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in General Biology | 11 |
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