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, average salaries, and more. Also, learn how WestConn ranks among other schools offering degrees in biology.
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The bachelor's program at WestConn was ranked #577 on College Factual's Best Schools for biology list. It is also ranked #12 in Connecticut.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Western Connecticut State University handed out 43 bachelor's degrees in general biology. This is an increase of 43% over the previous year when 30 degrees were handed out.
Biology majors who earn their bachelor's degree from WestConn go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $30,212 a year. This is higher than $27,253, which is the national median for all biology bachelor's degree recipients.
While getting their bachelor's degree at WestConn, biology students borrow a median amount of $27,000 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 Western Connecticut State University.
For the most recent academic year available, 37% of biology bachelor's degrees went to men and 63% went to women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 53% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Western Connecticut State University with a bachelor's in biology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 6 |
| Black or African American | 4 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 9 |
| White | 23 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Ecology, Evolution & Systematics Biology | 3 |
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