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. We've also included details on how Widener ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in biology.
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The bachelor's program at Widener was ranked #423 on College Factual's Best Schools for biology list. It is also ranked #28 in Pennsylvania.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Widener University handed out 24 bachelor's degrees in general biology. This is a decrease of 35% over the previous year when 37 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of biology students who receive their bachelor's degree at Widener is $34,724. 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 Widener, biology students borrow a median amount of $26,999 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 Widener University.
Of the 24 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in biology from Widener in 2021, 42% were men and 58% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 63% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Widener University with a bachelor's in biology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 3 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 15 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 2 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology | 1 |
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