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#1

#1 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Cambridge, MA

With 5 schools, a college, 34 departments, and 44 undergraduate degrees, MIT has plenty to offer the university student. The schools include Engineering, Science, Sloan School of Management, Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences, and Architecture and Urban Planning (which was the first of its kind in the U.S.)....view more

Acceptance Rate

5%

Annual Degrees Awarded

44

SAT Score

1,520–1,590

Median Starting Salary

$44,408

#2

#2 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame, IN

Notre Dame’s undergraduate program offers sixty-seven degrees within four colleges (Arts and Letters, Science, Engineering, and Business) and the Architectural School....view more

Acceptance Rate

11%

Annual Degrees Awarded

17

SAT Score

1,420–1,550

Median Starting Salary

$55,477

#3

#3 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

California Institute of Technology
Pasadena, CA

The popular choices for majors at Caltech are Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, General, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, and Chemical Engineering. The school has six divisions, all with emphasis on science and engineering, which include 24 majors and 6 minors....view more

Acceptance Rate

3%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

1,540–1,590

Median Starting Salary

$42,898

#4

#4 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Tufts University
Medford, MA

Every year, Tufts University grants about 177 degrees to those majoring in Computer Science, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and International Relations and Affairs....view more

Acceptance Rate

12%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

1,470–1,560

Median Starting Salary

$52,036

#5

#5 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Oregon
Eugene, OR

Every year, the University of Oregon grants about 601 degrees to those majoring in Business/Commerce, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Social Sciences, General, and Advertising....view more

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

21

SAT Score

1,140–1,370

Median Starting Salary

$50,371

#6

#6 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of California-San Diego
La Jolla, CA

At the University of California-San Diego, the most popular majors students study are Cognitive Science, Anatomy, and Computer Science. In fact, the University of California-San Diego grants 689 degrees annually to graduating Cognitive Science students....view more

Acceptance Rate

27%

Annual Degrees Awarded

32

SAT Score

1,290–1,490

Median Starting Salary

$45,490

#7

#7 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Florida International University
Miami, FL

Each year, Florida International University awards about 1486 degrees to those majoring in Psychology, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

55%

Annual Degrees Awarded

22

SAT Score

1,080–1,270

Median Starting Salary

$46,786

#8

#8 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Stanford University
Stanford, CA

Stanford offers students seven schools under the university, which include Business, Earth Sciences, Education, Engineering, Humanities and Science, Law, and Medicine.

Undergraduates must complete at least 180 units. This will include their major courses, writing and rhetoric, a year of foreign language, and more....view more

Acceptance Rate

4%

Annual Degrees Awarded

21

SAT Score

1,510–1,570

Median Starting Salary

$44,810

#9

#9 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD

Annually, Johns Hopkins University grants about 181 degrees to those majoring in Cell/Cellular and Molecular Biology, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Computer and Information Sciences, General, Neuroscience, Public Health, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

6%

Annual Degrees Awarded

22

SAT Score

1,520–1,580

Median Starting Salary

$50,205

#10

#10 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Columbia University in the City of New York
New York, NY

Columbia University is separated into 20 different schools which include the College, global research outposts, Juilliard School, Barnard College, and more. Each new student will meet with an adviser to go over their plan and schedule for the upcoming year....view more

Acceptance Rate

4%

Annual Degrees Awarded

21

SAT Score

1,510–1,590

Median Starting Salary

$42,189

#11

#11 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Northwestern University
Evanston, IL

At Northwestern University, the most popular majors students study are Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

8%

Annual Degrees Awarded

18

SAT Score

1,510–1,560

Median Starting Salary

$47,768

#12

#12 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Cornell University
Ithaca, NY

At Cornell University, the most popular majors students study are Computer Science, Labor and Industrial Relations, and Hotel/Motel Administration/Management. In fact, Cornell University grants 467 degrees annually to Computer Science majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

8%

Annual Degrees Awarded

18

SAT Score

1,490–1,570

Median Starting Salary

$50,406

#13

#13 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Miami
Coral Gables, FL

At the University of Miami, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Finance, General, Psychology, and General. In fact, the University of Miami grants 233 degrees every year to graduating Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse students....view more

Acceptance Rate

19%

Annual Degrees Awarded

14

SAT Score

1,340–1,480

Median Starting Salary

$48,916

#14

#14 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Maryland-College Park
College Park, MD

Every year, the University of Maryland-College Park grants around 948 degrees to students studying Computer Science, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Information Science/Studies, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

45%

Annual Degrees Awarded

22

SAT Score

1,400–1,540

Median Starting Salary

$50,009

#15

#15 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln, NE

Every year, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln grants around 267 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

16

SAT Score

1,110–1,320

Median Starting Salary

$53,546

#16

#16 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL

At Florida State University, the three most popular college majors students study are Psychology, General, Finance, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General. In fact, Florida State University grants 760 degrees annually to Psychology, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

24%

Annual Degrees Awarded

17

SAT Score

1,300–1,420

Median Starting Salary

$48,175

#17

#17 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ

Each year, Northern Arizona University awards about 452 degrees to those studying Psychology, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, and Elementary Education and Teaching....view more

Acceptance Rate

90%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

1,040–1,250

Median Starting Salary

$51,142

#18

#18 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Vanderbilt University
Nashville, TN

At Vanderbilt University, the most popular majors students study are Social Sciences, General, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, and Other. In fact, Vanderbilt University awards 304 degrees annually to graduating Social Sciences, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

6%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

1,500–1,560

Median Starting Salary

$46,488

#19

#19 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Wesleyan University
Middletown, CT

Each year, Wesleyan University awards about 90 degrees to students studying Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Psychology, General, Political Science and Government, General, English Language and Literature, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

16%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,330–1,510

Median Starting Salary

$53,675

#20

#20 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Northeastern University
Boston, MA

Annually, Northeastern University awards about 983 degrees to students majoring in Business/Commerce, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

5%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

1,450–1,540

Median Starting Salary

$50,966

#21

#21 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA

Each year, Duquesne University grants around 209 degrees to those studying Nursing Science, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration, Other, Management Science, and Financial Mathematics....view more

Acceptance Rate

84%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

1,190–1,350

Median Starting Salary

$56,520

#22

#22 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Blacksburg, VA

Each year, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University grants about 541 degrees to those majoring in Management Science, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Computer and Information Sciences, General, Mechanical Engineering, Finance, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

55%

Annual Degrees Awarded

16

SAT Score

1,290–1,450

Median Starting Salary

$54,386

#23

#23 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Marquette University
Milwaukee, WI

Annually, Marquette University grants about 142 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Biomedical Sciences, General, Psychology, General, Finance, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,230–1,390

Median Starting Salary

$56,342

#24

#24 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Massachusetts-Boston
Boston, MA

Annually, the University of Massachusetts-Boston awards around 361 degrees to students majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

83%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

1,090–1,300

Median Starting Salary

$49,576

#25

#25 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Maryland-Baltimore County
Baltimore, MD

Every year, the University of Maryland-Baltimore County awards around 324 degrees to students majoring in Computer Science, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Information Science/Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

72%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

1,240–1,420

Median Starting Salary

$48,755

#26

#26 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of California-Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA

At the University of California-Los Angeles, the most popular majors students study are Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Political Science and Government, General, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

9%

Annual Degrees Awarded

15

SAT Score

1,320–1,540

Median Starting Salary

$44,411

#27

#27 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

The University of Texas at El Paso
El Paso, TX

Every year, The University of Texas at El Paso grants around 392 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, General, Education, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

100%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

880–1,100

Median Starting Salary

$48,441

#28

#28 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL

Annually, Florida Atlantic University grants around 391 degrees to students studying Biology/Biological Sciences, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

66%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

1,050–1,210

Median Starting Salary

$47,870

#29

#29 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Georgetown University
Washington, DC

At Georgetown University, the most popular majors students study are International Relations and Affairs, Finance, General, Political Science and Government, and General. In fact, Georgetown University grants 289 degrees annually to International Relations and Affairs majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

13%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

1,400–1,550

Median Starting Salary

$50,631

#30

#30 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Duke University
Durham, NC

Two schools at Duke University are devoted to undergraduates: Trinity College of Arts and Sciences and Pratt School of Engineering. Combined they offer fifty majors, fifty-two minors, and the ability for students to design their own interdisciplinary majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

6%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

1,520–1,560

Median Starting Salary

$47,894

#31

#31 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

New York University
New York, NY

Each year, New York University awards around 794 degrees to students majoring in Management Science, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

9%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

1,490–1,560

Median Starting Salary

$48,241

#32

#32 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Howard University
Washington, DC

At Howard University, the most popular majors students study are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Political Science and Government, General, Psychology, and General. In fact, Howard University awards 202 degrees annually to Biology/Biological Sciences, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

41%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,100–1,320

Median Starting Salary

$48,975

#33

#33 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of California-Berkeley
Berkeley, CA

At the University of California-Berkeley, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Computer Science, Computer and Information Sciences, Other, and Cell/Cellular and Molecular Biology....view more

Acceptance Rate

11%

Annual Degrees Awarded

14

SAT Score

1,330–1,540

Median Starting Salary

$43,555

#34

#34 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Wake Forest University
Winston-Salem, NC

Each year, Wake Forest University awards about 133 degrees to those studying Finance, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Political Science and Government, General, Psychology, General, Communication, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

22%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,430–1,510

Median Starting Salary

$58,690

#35

#35 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Purdue University-Main Campus
West Lafayette, IN

At Purdue University-Main Campus, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, and Experimental Psychology. In fact, Purdue University-Main Campus awards 532 degrees every year to graduating Computer Science students....view more

Acceptance Rate

50%

Annual Degrees Awarded

17

SAT Score

1,220–1,490

Median Starting Salary

$52,912

#36

#36 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI

Every year, Western Michigan University grants about 243 degrees to those majoring in Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Finance, General, Accounting, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

980–1,230

Median Starting Salary

$51,763

#37

#37 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Auburn University
Auburn, AL

At Auburn University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Finance, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

46%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

1,250–1,400

Median Starting Salary

$52,393

#38

#38 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Illinois State University
Normal, IL

At Illinois State University, the most popular majors students pursue are Elementary Education and Teaching, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,010–1,220

Median Starting Salary

$54,990

#39

#39 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Dartmouth College
Hanover, NH

Dartmouth College follows a unique quarter plan, often called the Dartmouth Plan or D Plan. The year round quarter system allows students to choose from 12 terms to graduate within, offering the opportunity for employment, internships, dual majors, research, and more....view more

Acceptance Rate

5%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,470–1,560

Median Starting Salary

$48,648

#40

#40 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA

The University of Pennsylvania provides undergraduates with 89 choices for majors in four different schools: College of Arts and Sciences, Penn Engineering, School of Nursing, and The Wharton School for business....view more

Acceptance Rate

5%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

1,500–1,570

Median Starting Salary

$44,301

#41

#41 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR

Annually, the University of Arkansas grants about 382 degrees to students studying Finance, General, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

74%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

1,070–1,290

Median Starting Salary

$52,037

#42

#42 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Harvard University
Cambridge, MA

There are plenty of classes to choose from at Harvard; they offer almost 3,900 courses in 49 undergraduate fields. Your curriculum is designed based on your goals and they require no predetermined courses for your major outside of an Expository Writing course for all freshmen....view more

Acceptance Rate

4%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

1,510–1,590

Median Starting Salary

$42,879

#43

#43 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Tulane University of Louisiana
New Orleans, LA

At Tulane University of Louisiana, the most popular majors students pursue are Finance, General, Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

14%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,400–1,510

Median Starting Salary

$49,664

#44

#44 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD

Each year, the University of South Dakota grants around 126 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

99%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,020–1,220

Median Starting Salary

$54,657

#45

#45 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Alaska Fairbanks
Fairbanks, AK

Annually, the University of Alaska Fairbanks grants about 43 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

62%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

1,030–1,270

Median Starting Salary

$49,246

#46

#46 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Boston University
Boston, MA

At Boston University, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Computer Science, Psychology, and General. In fact, Boston University grants 713 degrees per year to graduating Business Administration and Management, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

11%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

1,430–1,530

Median Starting Salary

$52,308

#47

#47 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT

At the University of Utah, the most popular majors students study are Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Communication, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. In fact, the University of Utah awards 484 degrees every year to Research and Experimental Psychology, Other majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

1,130–1,350

Median Starting Salary

$47,761

#48

#48 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Houston
Houston, TX

Each year, the University of Houston awards about 718 degrees to those studying Psychology, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Computer and Information Sciences, General, Finance, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

74%

Annual Degrees Awarded

17

SAT Score

1,160–1,340

Median Starting Salary

$46,982

#49

#49 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, AL

At the University of Alabama at Birmingham, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Biomedical Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

1,150–1,380

Median Starting Salary

$47,987

#50

#50 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Florida Institute of Technology
Melbourne, FL

Every year, Florida Institute of Technology grants around 103 degrees to students studying Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

58%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,130–1,320

Median Starting Salary

$44,185

#51

#51 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Tulsa
Tulsa, OK

At the University of Tulsa, the three most popular college majors students study are Behavioral Sciences, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Mechanical Engineering. In fact, the University of Tulsa grants 49 degrees every year to Behavioral Sciences majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

62%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,220–1,510

Median Starting Salary

$48,360

#52

#52 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of New Mexico-Main Campus
Albuquerque, NM

At the University of New Mexico-Main Campus, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

79%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

910–1,180

Median Starting Salary

$48,197

#53

#53 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX

At Texas Tech University, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

73%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

1,110–1,290

Median Starting Salary

$50,511

#54

#54 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Delaware
Newark, DE

Each year, the University of Delaware awards about 277 degrees to those majoring in Finance, General, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Speech Communication and Rhetoric, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

69%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

1,210–1,400

Median Starting Salary

$58,714

#55

#55 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Pittsburgh, PA

Annually, the University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus grants around 471 degrees to those studying Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

58%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

1,300–1,460

Median Starting Salary

$52,871

#56

#56 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Temple University
Philadelphia, PA

Each year, Temple University grants around 355 degrees to students majoring in Psychology, General, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Finance, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

1,130–1,370

Median Starting Salary

$54,029

#57

#57 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Charlotte, NC

Every year, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte grants around 665 degrees to students majoring in Computer Science, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Psychology, General, Finance, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

1,110–1,320

Median Starting Salary

$49,430

#58

#58 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Oakland University
Rochester Hills, MI

Each year, Oakland University awards around 438 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

920–1,180

Median Starting Salary

$50,512

#59

#59 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Rutgers University-Newark
Newark, NJ

Annually, Rutgers University-Newark awards around 187 degrees to those majoring in Biology/Biological Sciences, General, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Psychology, General, Finance, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

79%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,080–1,370

Median Starting Salary

$50,893

#60

#60 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Virginia-Main Campus
Charlottesville, VA

All first year students have the ability to apply to either the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Architecture, School of Engineering, School of Nursing, or the Kinesiology program at the Curry School of Education....view more

Acceptance Rate

17%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,420–1,540

Median Starting Salary

$51,523

#61

#61 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
Baton Rouge, LA

At Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College, the most popular majors students pursue are Physical Education Teaching and Coaching, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Mass Communication/Media Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

73%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

1,180–1,370

Median Starting Salary

$50,422

#62

#62 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Carnegie Mellon University
Pittsburgh, PA

At Carnegie Mellon University, the three most popular college majors students study are Computer Science, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

12%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

1,500–1,570

Median Starting Salary

$51,904

#63

#63 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL

At The University of Alabama, the most popular majors students study are Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Finance, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more

Acceptance Rate

77%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

1,110–1,370

Median Starting Salary

$52,364

#64

#64 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Wayne State University
Detroit, MI

Every year, Wayne State University grants around 366 degrees to students majoring in Psychology, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Public Health, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more

Acceptance Rate

78%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

1,070–1,280

Median Starting Salary

$48,061

#65

#65 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Clark University
Worcester, MA

Each year, Clark University grants about 94 degrees to those majoring in Psychology, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

40%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,310–1,460

Median Starting Salary

$56,398

#66

#66 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

George Washington University
Washington, DC

At George Washington University, the most popular majors students pursue are International Relations and Affairs, Political Science and Government, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more

Acceptance Rate

47%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

1,360–1,490

Median Starting Salary

$50,725

#67

#67 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Boston College
Chestnut Hill, MA

Each year, Boston College awards around 324 degrees to students majoring in Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Finance, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Speech Communication and Rhetoric....view more

Acceptance Rate

16%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,450–1,540

Median Starting Salary

$55,921

#68

#68 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of North Texas
Denton, TX

At the University of North Texas, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, and General Studies. In fact, the University of North Texas grants 613 degrees every year to Psychology, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

72%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

990–1,240

Median Starting Salary

$49,622

#69

#69 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of South Carolina-Columbia
Columbia, SC

Every year, the University of South Carolina-Columbia grants around 402 degrees to students studying Public Health, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Finance, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Experimental Psychology....view more

Acceptance Rate

60%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

1,200–1,390

Median Starting Salary

$53,280

#70

#70 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras
San Juan, PR

At the University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras, the three most popular college majors students study are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, General, and Accounting....view more

Acceptance Rate

53%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,030–1,300

Median Starting Salary

$48,114

#71

#71 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Indiana University-Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN

Annually, Indiana University-Indianapolis awards around 555 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

76%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

1,050–1,240

Median Starting Salary

$50,854

#72

#72 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Portland State University
Portland, OR

At Portland State University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Social Sciences, General, and Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. In fact, Portland State University awards 389 degrees per year to graduating Psychology, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

950–1,290

Median Starting Salary

$47,310

#73

#73 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Southern Methodist University
Dallas, TX

At Southern Methodist University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Finance, General, Economics, General, and Sport and Fitness Administration/Management. In fact, Southern Methodist University awards 280 degrees annually to graduating Finance, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

63%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,360–1,500

Median Starting Salary

$50,398

#74

#74 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Fordham University
Bronx, NY

At Fordham University, the most popular majors students study are Financial Mathematics, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. In fact, Fordham University grants 253 degrees every year to graduating Financial Mathematics students....view more

Acceptance Rate

59%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,340–1,480

Median Starting Salary

$55,680

#75

#75 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Baylor University
Waco, TX

At Baylor University, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

51%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,180–1,380

Median Starting Salary

$53,902

#76

#76 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

New Jersey Institute of Technology
Newark, NJ

At New Jersey Institute of Technology, the most popular majors students pursue are Computer and Information Sciences, General, Information Technology, and Mechanical Engineering....view more

Acceptance Rate

65%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,250–1,470

Median Starting Salary

$44,987

#77

#77 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Arizona State University Campus Immersion
Tempe, AZ

Annually, Arizona State University Campus Immersion grants around 1251 degrees to students studying Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

90%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

1,090–1,320

Median Starting Salary

$46,881

#78

#78 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS

Every year, Kansas State University awards around 168 degrees to those studying Animal Sciences, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Elementary Education and Teaching, and Mechanical Engineering....view more

Acceptance Rate

82%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,050–1,280

Median Starting Salary

$54,617

#79

#79 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Minnesota Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN

At the University of Minnesota Twin Cities, the most popular majors students pursue are Computer Science, Psychology, General, Finance, and General. In fact, the University of Minnesota Twin Cities awards 593 degrees per year to graduating Computer Science students....view more

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

1,260–1,420

Median Starting Salary

$52,753

#80

#80 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN

At Tennessee State University, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

70%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

890–1,070

Median Starting Salary

$48,939

#81

#81 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Troy, NY

Every year, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute grants around 237 degrees to those majoring in Computer Science, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

63%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,380–1,510

Median Starting Salary

$52,506

#82

#82 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus
Atlanta, GA

Every year, Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus awards around 1206 degrees to students studying Computer and Information Sciences, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

14%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,370–1,530

Median Starting Salary

$47,562

#83

#83 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Dayton
Dayton, OH

At the University of Dayton, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Mechanical Engineering, Finance, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General. In fact, the University of Dayton awards 177 degrees per year to Mechanical Engineering majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

66%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,180–1,400

Median Starting Salary

$59,371

#84

#84 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Cleveland State University
Cleveland, OH

Annually, Cleveland State University awards around 194 degrees to those studying Psychology, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

950–1,270

Median Starting Salary

$48,619

#85

#85 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Lehigh University
Bethlehem, PA

At Lehigh University, the most popular majors students pursue are Finance, General, Computer Science, and Mechanical Engineering. In fact, Lehigh University awards 186 degrees per year to graduating Finance, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

26%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,380–1,500

Median Starting Salary

$52,693

#86

#86 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Toledo
Toledo, OH

Each year, the University of Toledo grants around 250 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Mechanical Engineering, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

92%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,040–1,280

Median Starting Salary

$50,366

#87

#87 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY

At Syracuse University, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Finance, General, and Information Science/Studies. In fact, Syracuse University awards 220 degrees annually to graduating Psychology, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

46%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,290–1,440

Median Starting Salary

$53,879

#88

#88 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA

Each year, Georgia State University grants about 543 degrees to students majoring in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Psychology, General, Computer Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

55%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

960–1,220

Median Starting Salary

$47,491

#89

#89 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Rochester
Rochester, NY

At the University of Rochester, the three most popular college majors students study are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more

Acceptance Rate

40%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,420–1,530

Median Starting Salary

$49,179

#90

#90 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Saint Louis University
Saint Louis, MO

At Saint Louis University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

75%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,140–1,400

Median Starting Salary

$53,782

#91

#91 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC

At the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Behavioral Sciences, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

15%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,350–1,520

Median Starting Salary

$49,785

#92

#92 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Miami University-Oxford
Oxford, OH

At Miami University-Oxford, the three most popular college majors students study are Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Finance, General, Psychology, and General. In fact, Miami University-Oxford awards 323 degrees every year to Marketing/Marketing Management, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

75%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,220–1,380

Median Starting Salary

$54,018

#93

#93 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY

At the University of Kentucky, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Business/Commerce, and General. In fact, the University of Kentucky grants 339 degrees per year to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

93%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,080–1,310

Median Starting Salary

$51,970

#94

#94 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Seattle, WA

Annually, the University of Washington-Seattle Campus grants around 515 degrees to those studying Computer Science, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Informatics, and Speech Communication and Rhetoric....view more

Acceptance Rate

39%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

1,310–1,510

Median Starting Salary

$46,431

#95

#95 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Clemson University
Clemson, SC

At Clemson University, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Finance, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

38%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,270–1,420

Median Starting Salary

$52,493

#96

#96 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus
University Park, PA

At Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus, the most popular majors students study are Finance, General, Psychology, General, and Information Science/Studies. In fact, Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus awards 533 degrees annually to Finance, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

61%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

1,250–1,430

Median Starting Salary

$50,670

#97

#97 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Vermont
Burlington, VT

Annually, the University of Vermont awards about 223 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Psychology, General, Environmental Studies, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more

Acceptance Rate

65%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,320–1,440

Median Starting Salary

$56,364

#98

#98 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

The Catholic University of America
Washington, DC

Every year, The Catholic University of America awards around 126 degrees to students majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, and Architecture....view more

Acceptance Rate

83%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,050–1,260

Median Starting Salary

$61,856

#99

#99 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Bowling Green State University-Main Campus
Bowling Green, OH

At Bowling Green State University-Main Campus, the most popular majors students pursue are Education/Teaching of Individuals in Early Childhood Special Education Programs, Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,010–1,240

Median Starting Salary

$55,306

#100

#100 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of New Hampshire-Main Campus
Durham, NH

At the University of New Hampshire-Main Campus, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Speech Communication and Rhetoric....view more

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,100–1,340

Median Starting Salary

$56,807

#101

#101 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Worcester, MA

Annually, Worcester Polytechnic Institute awards around 231 degrees to those studying Computer Science, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Mechanical Engineering, Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering, and Electrical and Electronics Engineering....view more

Acceptance Rate

60%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,200–1,390

Median Starting Salary

$59,145

#102

#102 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Case Western Reserve University
Cleveland, OH

At Case Western Reserve University, the three most popular college majors students study are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Computer Science, and Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering....view more

Acceptance Rate

38%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,440–1,550

Median Starting Salary

$52,712

#103

#103 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Binghamton University
Vestal, NY

At Binghamton University, the three most popular college majors students study are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, General, and Neuroscience. In fact, Binghamton University awards 456 degrees every year to Biology/Biological Sciences, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

39%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,350–1,500

Median Starting Salary

$49,583

#104

#104 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL

At the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Computer Engineering, General, and Computer Science....view more

Acceptance Rate

42%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,380–1,530

Median Starting Salary

$49,928

#105

#105 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Illinois Chicago
Chicago, IL

Every year, the University of Illinois Chicago awards about 367 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Computer Science, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

77%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,150–1,360

Median Starting Salary

$48,409

#106

#106 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA

Every year, the University of Iowa grants around 377 degrees to students studying Kinesiology and Exercise Science, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Finance, General, Behavioral Sciences, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

84%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,100–1,320

Median Starting Salary

$53,868

#107

#107 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University at Buffalo
Buffalo, NY

Each year, the University at Buffalo awards around 642 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Psychology, General, Computer Science, and Speech Communication and Rhetoric....view more

Acceptance Rate

74%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,220–1,390

Median Starting Salary

$48,369

#108

#108 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO

At the University of Northern Colorado, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more

Acceptance Rate

94%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

970–1,200

Median Starting Salary

$53,224

#109

#109 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Denver
Denver, CO

Annually, the University of Denver awards about 150 degrees to students studying Psychology, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include International Relations and Affairs, Finance, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

77%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,240–1,410

Median Starting Salary

$53,255

#110

#110 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR

At Oregon State University, the three most popular college majors students study are Computer Science, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. In fact, Oregon State University grants 977 degrees per year to graduating Computer Science students....view more

Acceptance Rate

77%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,160–1,400

Median Starting Salary

$48,837

#111

#111 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

San Diego State University
San Diego, CA

Each year, San Diego State University grants around 2156 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

36%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

1,100–1,320

Median Starting Salary

$47,444

#112

#112 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA

At Drexel University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Computer Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. In fact, Drexel University awards 381 degrees per year to graduating Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse students....view more

Acceptance Rate

79%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,250–1,440

Median Starting Salary

$48,897

#113

#113 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI

Every year, Michigan State University awards around 580 degrees to those majoring in Biology/Biological Sciences, General, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Psychology, General, Advertising, Finance, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,120–1,330

Median Starting Salary

$53,293

#114

#114 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Cincinnati-Main Campus
Cincinnati, OH

Every year, the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus awards about 455 degrees to those majoring in Marketing/Marketing Management, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Finance, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,180–1,350

Median Starting Salary

$50,840

#115

#115 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth
North Dartmouth, MA

At the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing, Other, Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,070–1,280

Median Starting Salary

$50,557

#116

#116 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Missouri-Columbia
Columbia, MO

Every year, the University of Missouri-Columbia awards around 883 degrees to those majoring in Business/Commerce, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, Journalism, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

78%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,150–1,370

Median Starting Salary

$54,358

#117

#117 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL

Each year, Northern Illinois University grants around 213 degrees to those studying Psychology, General, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Computer Science, and Mechanical Engineering....view more

Acceptance Rate

70%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

960–1,180

Median Starting Salary

$49,854

#118

#118 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Colorado State University-Fort Collins
Fort Collins, CO

Annually, Colorado State University-Fort Collins grants about 735 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

89%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,070–1,300

Median Starting Salary

$52,686

#119

#119 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University at Albany
Albany, NY

At the University at Albany, the most popular majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Human Biology. In fact, the University at Albany grants 330 degrees annually to graduating Business Administration and Management, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

69%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,160–1,330

Median Starting Salary

$49,151

#120

#120 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI

At the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, the three most popular college majors students study are Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

97%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

970–1,210

Median Starting Salary

$51,460

#121

#121 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Louisville
Louisville, KY

At the University of Louisville, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Business/Commerce, and General. In fact, the University of Louisville awards 293 degrees annually to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

79%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,020–1,280

Median Starting Salary

$49,975

#122

#122 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Clark Atlanta University
Atlanta, GA

At Clark Atlanta University, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Radio, Television, and Digital Communication, Other, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

65%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

880–1,120

Median Starting Salary

$50,136

#123

#123 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Memphis
Memphis, TN

Each year, the University of Memphis awards about 392 degrees to students studying Kinesiology and Exercise Science, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

72%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

970–1,180

Median Starting Salary

$48,358

#124

#124 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Maine
Orono, ME

At the University of Maine, the most popular majors students pursue are Mechanical Engineering, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. In fact, the University of Maine awards 92 degrees per year to graduating Mechanical Engineering students....view more

Acceptance Rate

97%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,060–1,360

Median Starting Salary

$53,315

#125

#125 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ

At Rowan University, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. In fact, Rowan University grants 533 degrees annually to graduating Psychology, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

78%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,110–1,320

Median Starting Salary

$53,646

#126

#126 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Nevada-Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV

At the University of Nevada-Las Vegas, the three most popular college majors students study are Psychology, General, Hospitality Administration/Management, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

980–1,220

Median Starting Salary

$49,369

#127

#127 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Michigan Technological University
Houghton, MI

Each year, Michigan Technological University grants about 175 degrees to those studying Mechanical Engineering, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, and Electrical and Electronics Engineering....view more

Acceptance Rate

84%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,150–1,370

Median Starting Salary

$50,692

#128

#128 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Illinois Institute of Technology
Chicago, IL

At Illinois Institute of Technology, the most popular majors students pursue are Computer Science, Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology, and Mechanical Engineering. In fact, Illinois Institute of Technology grants 115 degrees per year to graduating Computer Science students....view more

Acceptance Rate

55%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,200–1,410

Median Starting Salary

$44,633

#129

#129 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Massachusetts-Lowell
Lowell, MA

Every year, the University of Massachusetts-Lowell grants around 556 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Psychology, General, Mechanical Engineering, and Computer Science....view more

Acceptance Rate

83%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,190–1,380

Median Starting Salary

$49,881

#130

#130 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

South Dakota State University
Brookings, SD

Each year, South Dakota State University awards about 315 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Business/Managerial Economics, Animal Sciences, General, Biomedical Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

98%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,020–1,220

Median Starting Salary

$55,148

#131

#131 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN

At Indiana State University, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing, Other, and Criminology. In fact, Indiana State University grants 124 degrees every year to Psychology, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,040–1,240

Median Starting Salary

$51,207

#132

#132 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND

Annually, the University of North Dakota grants about 290 degrees to those majoring in Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

77%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,090–1,290

Median Starting Salary

$55,289

#133

#133 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS

Every year, the University of Southern Mississippi grants about 173 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

99%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,040–1,340

Median Starting Salary

$48,855

#134

#134 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Mississippi State University
Mississippi State, MS

Annually, Mississippi State University awards about 377 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

78%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,090–1,350

Median Starting Salary

$48,118

#135

#135 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Washington State University
Pullman, WA

At Washington State University, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General. In fact, Washington State University awards 531 degrees every year to Psychology, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

990–1,280

Median Starting Salary

$50,181

#136

#136 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV

Each year, West Virginia University awards about 179 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

78%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,020–1,230

Median Starting Salary

$52,020

#137

#137 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Missouri-St Louis
Saint Louis, MO

Each year, the University of Missouri-St Louis awards around 261 degrees to those majoring in Business/Commerce, General, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Psychology, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Elementary Education and Teaching....view more

Acceptance Rate

63%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,030–1,290

Median Starting Salary

$47,571

#138

#138 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

New Mexico State University-Main Campus
Las Cruces, NM

At New Mexico State University-Main Campus, the three most popular college majors students study are Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more

Acceptance Rate

89%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

890–1,130

Median Starting Salary

$48,015

#139

#139 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Texas A&M University-College Station
College Station, TX

At Texas A&M University-College Station, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, Biomedical Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

57%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,170–1,400

Median Starting Salary

$50,041

#140

#140 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Idaho State University
Pocatello, ID

At Idaho State University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

84%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$50,242

#141

#141 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Mississippi
University, MS

At the University of Mississippi, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business/Commerce, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

97%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,060–1,310

Median Starting Salary

$50,272

#142

#142 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

Utah State University
Logan, UT

Every year, Utah State University awards around 304 degrees to students majoring in Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

92%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,050–1,310

Median Starting Salary

$49,908

#143

#143 Best College for Biology/Biological Sciences, General in the U.S.

CUNY Graduate School and University Center
New York, NY

At CUNY Graduate School and University Center, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Information Science/Studies, and Health Services Administration....view more

Acceptance Rate

39%

Annual Degrees Awarded

21

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$48,245

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About Biology/Biological Sciences, General

A general program of biology at the introductory, basic level or a program in biology or the biological sciences that is undifferentiated as to title or content. Includes instruction in general biology and programs covering a variety of biological specializations.

For all the 87,959 degrees granted in Biology/Biological Sciences, General annually, the majority of them are Bachelors degree. Out of the 1,086 students graduating with degrees at the Doctors degree research scholarship level across the US, 55% percent identify as women and 45% percent identify as men. While students at schools all over the country study Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Massachusetts has the most graduates. The average starting salary for an undergraduate degree in Biology/Biological Sciences, General is $40,800.

Popularity of Biology/Biological Sciences, General Degrees in the U.S.
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Careers

For Biology/Biological Sciences, General majors, some of the most in demand jobs include Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education, Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary and Natural Sciences Managers. Additionally, Biology/Biological Sciences, General graduates may land a high salary job, such as Natural Sciences Managers or Biological Scientists, All Other.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Biology/Biological Sciences, General majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Biology/Biological Sciences, General majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
1,086
Female Students
600 (55%)
Male Students
486 (44%)

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