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. Also, learn how UPenn ranks among other schools offering degrees in biotech.
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In College Factual's most recent rankings for the best schools for biotech majors, UPenn came in at #6. This puts it in the top 5% of the country in this field of study.
In 2021, 37 students received their master’s degree in biotech from UPenn. This makes it the #6 most popular school for biotech master’s degree candidates in the country.
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Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the biotech majors at University of Pennsylvania.
Of the 37 students who earned a master's degree in Biotechnology from UPenn in 2020-2021, 32% were men and 68% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Pennsylvania with a master's in biotech.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 5 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 10 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 21 |
| Other Races | 1 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Biology | 158 |
| Neurobiology & Neurosciences | 132 |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology | 57 |
| Cell Biology & Anatomical Sciences | 50 |
| Biomathematics & Bioinformatics | 33 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.
