Physiology Degree

The amazing field of Physiology is an arena of study focused on the scientific nature of the normal functionality in living systems. As a branch of biology, physiology emphasizes how organisms such as cells, organs, biomolecules, and organ systems enact the physical and chemical functions within a living system. Get more details below including other Louisiana colleges that offer physiology degrees.

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Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center – New Orleans (LSUHSC)

2844 Tennessee Ave, Kenner, LA

Thinking about starting a career in the medical field? The LSU College of Health in New Orleans has schools for dentistry, nursing, allied health, medicine, and more! Degrees are offered in:

• Physical, occupational, and speech therapy
• Dental surgery
• Dental hygienist
• Public health
• Research
• Neuroscience
• Genetics
• Pharmacology
• Nursing
• And many other medical professions

Admission requirements vary depending on your chosen course of study, but most require successful completion of pre-requisite classes in subjects like biology and anatomy. Satisfactory scores on tests like the MCAT, DAT, and ACT are required for admission into specific corresponding schools. For information regarding admission to the program of your choice please check http://www.lsuhsc.edu/catalog/admission.aspx for particular requirements. LSUHSC tuition and fees vary by program; some courses operate annually and some operate by semester.

LSUHSC has two campuses in historic New Orleans; they also maintain two teaching hospitals within the city and several within the state. Even though LSUHSC is a public university, only about 40 out-of-state applications are accepted annually. In 2012, enrollment topped 2,500 and there were over 600 academic staff members. Career services and job board listings are individually maintained by each department.

Students Enrolled in the Physiology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center – New Orleans offers a doctorate degree program in physiology.

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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

Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists

Description

Conduct research dealing with the understanding of human diseases and the improvement of human health. Engage in clinical investigation, research and development, or other related activities. Includes physicians, dentists, public health specialists, pharmacologists, and medical pathologists who primarily conduct research.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, medical scientists, except epidemiologists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.3% from 2014 to 2024

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