by our College Data Analytics TeamHere is an overview of the program, including its ranking, popularity, student demographics, and graduate outcomes. Also, learn how BHSU compares to other colleges that offer general biology.
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BHSU holds a strong position among schools offering general biology. Specifically, it ranked #1,126 out of 1,249 schools by College Factual. It is also ranked #7 in South Dakota.
During the most recent reporting year, Black Hills State University conferred 18 bachelor’s degrees in general biology.
Earning a bachelor’s degree at BHSU, general biology graduates take on a median debt of $20,619 in student loans. This is lower than $27,595, the typical median for all majors at BHSU.
The full-time undergraduate tuition and fees are shown below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $7,700 | $10,718 |
| Fees | $1,300 | $1,300 |
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In the most recent graduating class, 16% of general biology associate’s degrees went to men and 84% went to women.
The majority of general biology associate’s degree graduates at BHSU were White. Roughly 79% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Black Hills State University with a associate’s in general biology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 15 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
For the most recent academic year available, 22% of general biology bachelor’s degrees went to men and 78% went to women.
The majority of general biology bachelor’s degree graduates at BHSU were White. Approximately 89% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Black Hills State University with a bachelor’s in general biology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 16 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 2 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the general biology majors at Black Hills State University.
The general biology program at BHSU includes the following concentrations:
| Concentration | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | 37 |
BHSU granted 37 completions in biology/biological sciences, general in the latest year of data — 81% to women and 19% to men. The largest share of these graduates were White (84%).