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ACCEPTANCE RATE

78.82%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

100%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

14:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

92

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$19,097

Average 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

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Biology Degree

The biology program at DeSales University 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 Pennsylvania colleges that offer biology degrees.

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DeSales University

Also known as The Beauty Institute

1921 Union Blvd, Allentown, PA

DeSales University provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Center Valley, PA and operated as a private institution. The Roman Catholic affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and curriculum that defines the school. Around three thousand students enroll at DeSales University per year.

Students can pick from several areas of study, including:

  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Health And Clinical Professions
  • Visual And Performing Arts
  • Biological And Biomedical Sciences
  • Communications And Journalism
  • Psychology

Students applying for admission are generally asked to submit an application, school records, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. Students may provide either the SAT or ACT scores to be considered for admissions at DeSales University. A score in a range of 960 - 1190 on the SAT, or 20 - 26 for the ACT is common among accepted students. DeSales University accepts approximately 70% of students applying. Of those applicants accepted, around 28% of students attended the school. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

Tuition is approximately $32,000 annually, though it may vary based on any number of circumstances. Students may check the school's price of attendance calculator to determine cost. Student housing is available for students, which costs approximately $5,700 per year. Students at DeSales University may be eligible for aid which is typically loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The mascot for DeSales University is the "Bulldogs", and they participate in intercollegiate sports through oversight by the NCAA. Athletic programs available include:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division III)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division III)
  • Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
  • Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)

Students should visit the website to obtain a complete list of areas of study, 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. The Beauty Institute offers a bachelor's degree program in biology.

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male17
Female17

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Asian2
Hispanic6
White21
Multiple Races5

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 The Beauty Institute, 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

  • Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ
    • Total Employment: 140
    • Average Hourly Rate: $67.38
    • Average Annual Salary: $140150

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 admissions information below may give you an idea of the students DeSales University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and alumni, DeSales University may provide student services like those listed below:

  • Distance learning
  • Night and weekend classes available
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Academic counseling for students
  • Student employment
  • Assisting students to find work

Intercollegiate Athletics

The Beauty Institute is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation)
  • Basketball (Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation)
  • Field Hockey
  • Golf
  • Lacrosse
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field, Outdoor
  • Track and Field, X-Country
  • Volleyball