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About Biology/Biological Sciences, General

A general program of biology at the introductory, basic level or a program in biology or the biological sciences that is undifferentiated as to title or content. Includes instruction in general biology and programs covering a variety of biological specializations.

For all the 91,990 degrees granted in Biology/Biological Sciences, General annually, the majority of them are Bachelors degree. Out of the 7,854 students graduating with degrees at the Associates degree level across the US, 72% percent identify as women and 28% percent identify as men. While students at schools all over the country study Biology/Biological Sciences, General, California has the most graduates. The average starting salary for an undergraduate degree in Biology/Biological Sciences, General is $40,800.

Popularity of Biology/Biological Sciences, General Degrees in the U.S.
This heat map represents the states that have the highest percent of Biology/Biological Sciences, General degrees compared to all other degrees awarded in that state.
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Careers

For Biology/Biological Sciences, General majors, some of the most in demand jobs include Biological Technicians, Food Science Technicians and Agricultural Technicians. Additionally, Biology/Biological Sciences, General graduates may land a high salary job, such as Forensic Science Technicians or Biological Technicians.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Biology/Biological Sciences, General majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Biology/Biological Sciences, General majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
7,854
Female Students
5,672 (72%)
Male Students
2,182 (27%)
Hispanic or Latino (2,726, 35%)
White (2,516, 32%)
Asian (1,189, 15%)
Black or African American (634, 8%)
Two or more races (349, 4%)
U.S. Nonresident (213, 3%)
Race/ethnicity unknown (158, 2%)
American Indian or Alaska Native (50, 1%)
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander (19, <1%)

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