Biology Degree

The biology program at Central Baptist College prepares students for careers as laboratory technicians, scientific company sales representatives, animal technicians, greenhouse curators, environmental consultants, and more. The program focuses on the basic program of biology or the biological sciences. Program courses include: general biology, genetics, molecular ecology, and natural history and biodiversity. Get more details below including other Arkansas colleges that offer biology degrees.

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Central Baptist College (CBC)

201 Donaghey Ave, Conway, AR

Central Baptist College, a nonprofit private institution, offers a variety of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Conway, AR, the school offers a rural setting for students to study in. The school maintains a Baptist affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. The school enrolls 700 students yearly, allowing for smaller more engaging class sizes.

Students may pick from many areas of study, including:

• Organizational Behavior Studies
• Biblical Studies
• General Studies
• Data Processing
• Social Work

Students applying for admission are most often asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the school. Very common exam scores among students accepted to this school are between 19 - 23 on the ACT, or 1290 - 1580 on the SAT exam. An estimated 70 percent of all students that applied were admitted at this school, with 68 percent of those accepted choosing to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found at cbc.edu.

Tuition is approximately $13,000 for the year, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students should visit the school's net price calculator to find what your personalized cost of attendance would be. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

CBC has a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NAIA. Athletic programs offered include:

• Baseball (NAIA Division II)
• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Golf (NAIA Division II)
• Soccer (NAIA Division II)

Students should visit the CBC website to see a complete list of areas of study, programs, financial aid details, and more that is available at this school.

Students Enrolled in the Biology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. CBC offers a bachelor's degree program in biology.

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

Salary & Wages

• Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR
  • Total Employment: 130
  • Average Hourly Rate: $42.34
  • Average Annual Salary: $88070

Molecular and Cellular Biologists

Description

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

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