by our College Data Analytics TeamThere was only one school in Iowa to review for the 2025 Best Genetics Schools in Iowa ranking.
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Since the program you select can have a significant impact on your future, we've developed a number of rankings, including this Best Genetics Schools in Iowa list, to help you choose the best school for you. If you'd like to restrict your choices to just one part of the country, you can filter this list by location.
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Although we recommend filtering by degree level first, you can view the list below to see which schools give the educational experience for the genetics degree levels they offer.
It's hard to beat Iowa State University if you wish to pursue a degree in genetics. Located in the small city of Ames, Iowa State is a public university with a very large student population.
After graduation, genetics degree recipients typically make about $33,330 at the beginning of their careers.
More information about a degree in genetics from Iowa State UniversityExplore all the Best Genetics Schools in the Plains States Area or other specific states within that region.
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 283 | 13 |
| Kansas | 266 | 8 |
| North Dakota | 210 | 2 |
| South Dakota | 204 | 0 |
Genetics is one of 14 different types of Biological & Biomedical Sciences programs to choose from.
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Genetics | 57 |
| Genome Sciences/Genomics | 2 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Biology | 891 |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology | 235 |
| Ecology, Evolution & Systematics Biology | 174 |
| Neurobiology & Neurosciences | 115 |
| Microbiological Sciences & Immunology | 77 |
| Physiology & Pathology Sciences | 58 |
| Biomathematics & Bioinformatics | 48 |
| Cell Biology & Anatomical Sciences | 24 |
| Pharmacology & Toxicology | 17 |
| Zoology | 8 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.