by our College Data Analytics TeamIn the latest year, 3 U.S. colleges awarded 31 degrees and certificates in Reproductive Biology. Master’s degrees are the most popular award, at 81% of graduates. Graduates earn a median $31,856 one year after completing, rising to $64,772 after four years.
A degree in Reproductive Biology involves the study of Reproductive Biology. A Program That Focuses On The Scientific Study Of Reproductive Processes And Biogenesis In Animals And Human Beings. Includes Instruction In Reproductive Ecology And Behavior, Reproductive System Physiology, Endocrinology, Developmental Biology, Neuroendocrinology, Evolution And Types Of Reproductive Systems, Reproductive Genetics, Physiopathology Of Reproductive Processes, And Applications Of Molecular Biology And Biophysics To The Study Of Reproductive Physiology.
Source: IPEDS 2025; College Scorecard July 2026; BLS; O*NET; College Factual rankings. Data as of: July 2026.
Nationwide, reproductive biology draws strong interest, with 31 degrees awarded annually. 3 colleges award reproductive biology degrees, an average of 10 graduates per school; the largest program awarded 26.
By level, the 31 awards include 1 bachelor’s degrees, 25 master’s degrees and 5 doctorates.
Women earned 64% of reproductive biology degrees and certificates in the latest year (20 of 31). The largest groups of graduates by race and ethnicity are White (17) and Asian (6).
The most common reproductive biology credential is the master’s degree: 25 of the 31 awarded in the latest year. Jobs related to reproductive biology call most for Speaking, Writing and Active Learning, and for knowledge of Biology, English Language and Chemistry, according to O*NET. The most important abilities are Oral Expression, Written Expression and Speech Clarity.
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How long a reproductive biology degree takes:
| Degree | Typical Program Length | Graduates Annually |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degree | 4 years | 1 |
| Master’s Degree | 1-3 years | 25 |
| Doctorate | At least 4 years | 5 |
Doctoral degree is the most common level of education among workers in jobs related to reproductive biology, at 44.6%.
| Level of Education | Percentage of Workers |
|---|---|
| Doctoral degree | 44.6% |
| Post-doctoral training | 34.2% |
| Master’s degree | 15.7% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 2.6% |
| Post-master’s certificate | 2.1% |
| Associate’s degree (or other 2-year) | 0.9% |
Source: O*NET Online.
2 occupations are related to Reproductive Biology, with an average median salary of $76,181; the strongest outlook belongs to Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists, at 8.9% projected job growth. Typical job titles include Limnology Teacher, Helminthology Teacher, Morphology Teacher and Biology Adjunct Instructor.
The occupation related to reproductive biology with the most projected jobs is Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary, at 276,211.
| Occupation | Projected Jobs | Expected Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary | 276,211 | 6.3% |
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | 125,815 | 8.9% |
Reproductive Biology graduates earn a median $31,856 one year after completing their program, $64,772 after four years and $65,457 after five years, according to the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
| Years Out | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $31,856 |
| 4 years | $64,772 |
| 5 years | $65,457 |
Source: College Scorecard.
The same occupation is also the highest-paying one related to reproductive biology, with a median salary of $111,314.
| Occupation | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | $111,314 |
| Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $41,048 |
Reproductive Biology has 12 similar majors in the Biological & Biomedical Sciences field, which together award 12,701 degrees a year; the largest are Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology (8,412), Physiology, General (3,053) and Pathology/Experimental Pathology (310). Browse all Biological & Biomedical Sciences majors or the full list of college majors.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology | 8,412 |
| Physiology, General | 3,053 |
| Pathology/Experimental Pathology | 310 |
| Oncology and Cancer Biology | 235 |
| Vision Science/Physiological Optics | 219 |
| Physiology, Pathology, and Related Sciences, Other | 218 |
| Biomechanics | 70 |
| Cardiovascular Science | 61 |
| Molecular Physiology | 44 |
| Aerospace Physiology and Medicine | 40 |
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