by our College Data Analytics TeamHere is an overview of the graduate program in general biology at JMU. You can earn it at the Master’s level, with undergraduate study also available. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, JMU among the top schools in the country for general biology, placing at #175 out of 1,273 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best General Biology Schools | 175 of 1,273 |
| Best General Biology Schools in Virginia | 7 of 34 |
| Best General Biology Schools in the Southeast Region | 24 of 296 |
The following degree levels are offered in general biology at JMU, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 181 |
| Master’s | 6 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, James Madison University conferred 6 master’s degrees in general biology.
JMU is not yet ranked for general biology at the master’s level.
For the most recent academic year available, 33% of general biology master’s degrees went to men and 67% went to women.
The majority of general biology master’s degree graduates at JMU were White. Approximately 100% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from James Madison University with a master’s in general biology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 6 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
JMU awarded 6 master’s completions in biology/biological sciences, general in the latest year of data — 67% to women and 33% to men. The largest share of these graduates were White (100%).
You can also study this field as an undergraduate at JMU. Annual undergraduate completions by level are shown below.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in General Biology | 181 |