Biotechnology Degree

The study of biotechnology works to advance living organisms or specific components within a living organism to create useful applications and products. Evidence of biotechnology innovations can readily be found in pharmaceutical advancements, pest resistant crops, discovering new bacterial strains, combating rare diseases, industrial engineering advances, improving crop yield, reducing carbon emissions, innovating new biofuels, producing renewable biomass, reducing fossil fuel emission, improving water efficiency in everyday tasks, and food production free of allergens. Get more details below including other Connecticut colleges that offer biotechnology degrees.

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Middlesex Community College (MxCC)

750 Chase Parkway, Waterbury, CT

About
Middlesex Community College, located in Middletown, Connecticut, was founded in 1966 as a branch campus of Manchester Community College. The school became an independent member of the Connecticut Community College System two years after being established. In 1973 the school moved to its permanent home. Middlesex Community College is in the center of Connecticut and easily accessible through highways that cross the state. The school is dedicated to providing a quality education to its students, updating its curriculums as needed to ensure the programs offered remained relevant.

Academics
Middlesex Community College offers over 50 programs of study that allow for career or transfer opportunities. Career training programs prepare students for a career in a given field, offering the skills and training necessary to enter the workforce as a professional. Career programs take between one and two years to complete and result in a certificate or associate degree. Academic transfer programs allow students to complete the first two years of a four year education, followed by transfer to a four year institution to complete their bachelor's degree.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Criminal Justice
• Environmental Science
• Communications Networking
• Business Administration

Admissions and Financial Aid
As an open enrollment institution, any students who meet the minimum requirements for admissions will be enrolled after completing the application for admission and submitting it to the school. Students should submit transcripts and test scores along with the application. Students may be required to take a placement exam prior to the registration. Students are also encouraged to participate in orientation and meet with a counselor.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students in need of financial aid must obtain a federal PIN as well as submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which will be used to determine need, eligibility and awards.

Students Enrolled in the Biotechnology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Middlesex Community College has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Natural Sciences Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these fields.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, natural sciences managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 3.3% from 2014 to 2024

Molecular and Cellular Biologists

Description

Research and study cellular molecules and organelles to understand cell function and organization.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, molecular and cellular biologists employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -0.4% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).