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, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how Williams ranks among other schools offering degrees in biology.
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The bachelor's program at Williams was ranked #168 on College Factual's Best Schools for biology list. It is also ranked #13 in Massachusetts.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best General Biology Schools | 168 |
| Best General Biology Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 168 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Williams College handed out 47 bachelor's degrees in general biology. This is a decrease of 18% over the previous year when 57 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of biology students who receive their bachelor's degree at Williams is $41,213. This is higher than $32,337, which is the national median for all biology bachelor's degree recipients.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at Williams paid an average of $2,017 per credit hour. No discount was available for in-state students. The average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates are shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $64,540 | $64,540 |
| Fees | $320 | $320 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $16,300 | $16,300 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $2,700 | $2,700 |
Learn more about Williams tuition and fees.
The biology program at Williams awarded 47 bachelor's degrees in 2021-2022. About 26% of these degrees went to men with the other 74% going to women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Williams College with a bachelor's in biology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 12 |
| Black or African American | 4 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 5 |
| White | 20 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 4 |
Williams does not offer an online option for its biology bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the Williams Online Learning page.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the biology majors at Williams College.
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