by our College Data Analytics TeamHere is an overview of the graduate program in genetics at UAB. Graduate degrees are awarded at the Doctoral level, with undergraduate study also available. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, UAB highly for genetics, placing at #41 out of 42 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Genetics Schools | 41 of 42 |
| Best Genetics Schools in Alabama | 2 of 2 |
| Best Genetics Schools in the Southeast Region | 7 of 7 |
The following degree levels are available for genetics at UAB, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 24 |
| Doctoral | 5 |
During the most recent reporting year, University of Alabama at Birmingham awarded 5 doctoral degrees in genetics.
UAB is not yet ranked for genetics at the doctoral level.
Among recent graduates, 20% of genetics doctoral degrees went to men and 80% went to women.
The largest share of genetics doctoral degree graduates at UAB were White. About 60% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham with a doctoral in genetics.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 3 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 0 |
UAB awarded 5 doctoral degrees in human/medical genetics recently — 80% to women and 20% to men. Most of these graduates identified as White (60%).
This field is also offered at the undergraduate level at UAB. The following undergraduate award levels are reported.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Genetics | 24 |