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. Also, learn how Fitchburg State compares to other colleges that offer general biology.
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Fitchburg State holds a strong position among schools offering general biology. In particular, it placed #503 out of 1,249 schools by College Factual. It is also ranked #31 in Massachusetts.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, Fitchburg State University conferred 35 bachelor’s degrees in general biology.
General Biology majors who earn their bachelor’s degree from Fitchburg State go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $59,954 a year. This is below $66,598, the median for all majors at Fitchburg State.
While getting their bachelor’s degree at Fitchburg State, general biology students borrow a median amount of $27,000 in student loans. This is higher than $25,763, the typical median for all majors at Fitchburg State.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $970 | $7,050 |
| Fees | $10,376 | $10,376 |
Learn more about Fitchburg State tuition and fees.
In the most recent graduating class, 29% of general biology bachelor’s degrees went to men and 71% went to women.
The largest share of general biology bachelor’s degree graduates at Fitchburg State are White. About 57% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Fitchburg State University with a bachelor’s in general biology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 9 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 4 |
| White | 20 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 2 |
Here are the demographics of the general biology majors at Fitchburg State University.
The general biology program at Fitchburg State includes the following concentrations:
| Concentration | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | 35 |
Fitchburg State conferred 35 completions in biology/biological sciences, general recently — 71% to women and 29% to men. The most common background among these graduates was White (57%). Some of these were earned through distance education.