by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, and more. We've also included details on how UIC ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in biotech.
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The bachelor's program at UIC was ranked #29 on College Factual's Best Schools for biotech list.
In 2022, 21 students received their master’s degree in biotech from UIC. This makes it the #17 most popular school for biotech master’s degree candidates in the country.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at UIC paid an average of $843 per credit hour if they came to the school from out-of-state. In-state students paid a discounted rate of $449 per credit hour. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $12,656 | $28,345 |
| Fees | $3,160 | $3,160 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,400 | $1,400 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $14,600 | $14,600 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $6,026 | $6,026 |
Learn more about UIC tuition and fees.
UIC does not offer an online option for its biotech bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the UIC Online Learning page.
In the 2021-2022 academic year, 21 students earned a master's degree in biotech from UIC. About 76% of these graduates were women and the other 24% were men.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Illinois at Chicago with a master's in biotech.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 3 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 16 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the biotech majors at University of Illinois at Chicago.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Biology | 438 |
| Neurobiology & Neurosciences | 108 |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology | 66 |
| Pharmacology & Toxicology | 7 |
| Microbiological Sciences & Immunology | 6 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.