by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about graduate study in general biology at HU. You can earn it at the Doctoral level, with undergraduate study also available. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, HU among the top schools in the country for general biology, placing at #639 out of 1,273 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best General Biology Schools | 639 of 1,273 |
| Best General Biology Schools in District of Columbia | 5 of 6 |
| Best General Biology Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region | 145 of 221 |
Here is each degree level available for general biology at HU, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 202 |
| Doctoral | 7 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, Howard University handed out 7 doctoral degrees in general biology.
HU is not currently ranked for general biology at the doctoral level.
Information about average full-time graduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $38,620 | $38,620 |
| Fees | $1,136 | $1,136 |
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Among recent graduates, 14% of general biology doctoral degrees went to men and 86% went to women.
The majority of general biology doctoral degree graduates at HU are Black or African American. Approximately 57% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Howard University with a doctoral in general biology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 4 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 0 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 1 |
HU awarded 7 doctoral degrees in biology/biological sciences, general recently — 86% to women and 14% to men. Most of these graduates identified as Black or African American (57%).
This field is also offered at the undergraduate level at HU. Here are the undergraduate award levels offered.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in General Biology | 202 |