by our College Data Analytics TeamHere is an overview of the graduate program in general biology at Western Illinois University. Graduate degrees are awarded at the Master’s level, with undergraduate study also available. At its best it places at #9 out of 10 schools (Master’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual rates Western Illinois University as a strong choice for general biology, ranked #769 out of 1,273 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best General Biology Schools | 769 of 1,273 |
| Best General Biology Schools in Illinois | 29 of 43 |
| Best General Biology Schools in the Great Lakes Region | 102 of 165 |
The following degree levels are granted in general biology at Western Illinois University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 36 |
| Master’s | 11 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, Western Illinois University awarded 11 master’s degrees in general biology.
Western Illinois University is a solid choice among schools offering general biology at the master’s level. In particular it placed #9 out of 10 schools by College Factual.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best General Biology Master’s Degree Schools in Illinois | 9 |
| Best General Biology Master’s Degree Schools in the Great Lakes Region | 20 |
| Best General Biology Master’s Degree Schools | 159 |
For the most recent academic year available, 36% of general biology master’s degrees went to men and 64% went to women.
The majority of general biology master’s degree graduates at Western Illinois University are Non-Resident Alien. Approximately 55% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Western Illinois University with a master’s in general biology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 3 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 6 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Western Illinois University awarded 11 master’s degrees in biology/biological sciences, general in the most recent reporting year — 64% to women and 36% to men. The most common background among these graduates was Non-Resident Alien (55%).
Undergraduate study is also available at Western Illinois University. The following undergraduate award levels are reported.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in General Biology | 36 |