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 South Carolina colleges that offer biotechnology degrees.

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Harrisburg University of Science and Technology

4430 Argent Ct, Columbia, SC

Harrisburg University of Science and Technology is a nonprofit private institution located in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania and provides a large number of degree programs for students. The school enrolls 370 students annually, allowing for smaller more engaging class sizes.

Students can choose from many areas of study, including:

• Project Management
• Computer
• Biotechnology
• Natural Sciences
• Educational and Instructional Media Design

The school maintains an open enrollment policy, accepting all students that meet the basic requirements for admission. Submission of school records, test scores, and letters of recommendations may be requested for certain programs. More information on admissions can be found at harrisburgu.edu.

The cost of tuition is around $25,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's net price calculator to better estimate their cost of attending this school. School housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is around $6,700. Some students at Harrisburg University of Science and Technology may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.

Students can visit the Harrisburg University of Science and Technology website to get a complete list of areas of study, programs, admissions information, and more that is available at this school.

Students Enrolled in the Biotechnology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Harrisburg University of Science and Technology offers a bachelor's degree program in biotechnology.

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

• Columbia, SC
  • Total Employment: 130
  • Average Hourly Rate: $38.15
  • Average Annual Salary: $79350

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).