Below are the key facts about the program, including its ranking, popularity, student demographics, and graduate outcomes. Also, learn how A&M-SA ranks among other schools offering degrees in general biology.
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A&M-SA holds a strong position among schools offering general biology. More specifically it was ranked #831 out of 1,060 schools by College Factual. It is also ranked #45 in Texas.
In the most recent year for which we have data, Texas A&M University-San Antonio awarded 75 bachelor’s degrees in general biology.
While getting their bachelor’s degree at A&M-SA, general biology students borrow a median amount of $24,875 in student loans. This is above $23,079, the typical median for all majors at A&M-SA.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $4,708 | $18,764 |
| Fees | $4,491 | $4,491 |
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Among recent graduates, 27% of general biology bachelor’s degrees went to men and 73% went to women.
The majority of general biology bachelor’s degree graduates at A&M-SA were Hispanic or Latino. Roughly 72% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Texas A&M University-San Antonio with a bachelor’s in general biology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 3 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 54 |
| White | 14 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 3 |
In the most recent graduating class, 40% of general biology master’s degrees went to men and 60% went to women.
The largest share of general biology master’s degree graduates at A&M-SA were Hispanic or Latino. Approximately 60% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Texas A&M University-San Antonio with a master’s in general biology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| White | 2 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Here are the demographics of the general biology majors at Texas A&M University-San Antonio.
The general biology program at A&M-SA includes the following concentrations:
| Concentration | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | 80 |
A&M-SA awarded 80 degrees in biology/biological sciences, general in the latest year of data — 72% to women and 28% to men. The largest share of these graduates were Hispanic or Latino (71%).
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