Contact Information
General Contact
- School Code: 319100
- Phone: (503) 281-4181
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
57.31%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
18:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
22FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$15,677Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Biology Degree
The biology program at Concordia University – Portland 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 Oregon colleges that offer biology degrees.
Learn more by requesting information now!
Concordia University – Portland
1425 NE Irving Street, Bldg 300, Portland, OR
Concordia University – Portland, located in Portland, Oregon, was founded in 1905 to assist and meet the needs of members of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod. The school transformed into a university over the years, offering a variety of programs and areas of study to assist in a student's personal development.
The school enrolls approximately 2000 students annually, primarily from the Pacific Northwest. Concordia University is a Christian university dedicated to the preparation of leaders and the transformation of society, and as such employs a dedicated staff and faculty to realize those goals.
Academics
Concordia University offers a variety of academic options for students, beginning with certificate programs all the way to graduate level programs. The school offers career training programs that result in an associate degree, or more traditional options that confer a bachelor's degree upon completion. The school has established itself as providing options for students, and thus does not limit itself in the types of educational opportunities it may provide.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in enrollment at Concordia University - Portland should submit a completed application, including standardized test scores, transcripts, recommendations and essay. The supplied material will be reviewed by the school, resulting in a final decision upon completion.
Once admissions status is determined, the student will be notified, and if admitted additional information will be provided to prepare the student for his or her college experience. Certificate and associate level admissions utilize an open enrollment policy and graduate programs each have their own admissions requirements which should be reviewed and met prior to applying.
Financial aid must be applied for prior to the start of each academic year through the submission of a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the information from which will be used by the school to determine a student's financial needs and aid program eligibility, such as for grants, loans, work study programs and scholarships.
Students Enrolled in the Biology Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Concordia University – Portland offers a bachelor's degree program in biology.
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 6 |
| Female | 4 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders | 1 |
| White | 8 |
| Multiple Races | 1 |
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
Students who have completed the Biology program at Concordia University – Portland, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below: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
- Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA
- Total Employment: 600
- Average Hourly Rate: $60.20
- Average Annual Salary: $125220
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).
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the applicants Concordia University – Portland accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Concordia University – Portland may provide student services including:- Online classes
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Student employment
- Employment search assistance
Intercollegiate Athletics
Concordia University – Portland is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division II without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Great Northwest Athletic Conference)
- Basketball (Great Northwest Athletic Conference)
- Track and Field (Great Northeast Athletic Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Volleyball