by our College Data Analytics TeamHere is an overview of the program, including how many students graduate each year, the diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Find out how Buena Vista University compares to other colleges that offer general biology.
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Buena Vista University is a solid choice among schools offering general biology. Specifically, it ranked #903 out of 1,249 schools by College Factual. It is also ranked #15 in Iowa.
During the most recent reporting year, Buena Vista University conferred 10 bachelor’s degrees in general biology.
Earning a bachelor’s degree at Buena Vista University, general biology students accumulate a median of $27,000 in student loans. This is lower than $29,650, the typical median for all majors at Buena Vista University.
Information about average full-time undergraduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $37,518 | $41,798 |
Learn more about Buena Vista University tuition and fees.
For the most recent academic year available, 50% of general biology bachelor’s degrees went to men and 50% went to women.
The majority of general biology bachelor’s degree graduates at Buena Vista University were White. Roughly 70% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Buena Vista University with a bachelor’s in general biology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 7 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the general biology majors at Buena Vista University.
The general biology program at Buena Vista University includes the following concentrations:
| Concentration | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | 8 |
| Biomedical Sciences, General | 2 |
Buena Vista University awarded 8 degrees in biology/biological sciences, general in the most recent reporting year — 50% to women and 50% to men. The most common background among these graduates was White (62%).
Buena Vista University conferred 2 completions in biomedical sciences, general in the most recent reporting year — 50% to women and 50% to men. The largest share of these graduates were White (100%).