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ACCEPTANCE RATE

86.33%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

99%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

13:1

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$24,954

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 John Carroll 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 Ohio colleges that offer biology degrees.

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John Carroll University (JCU)

4000 Sunset Blvd, Steubenville, OH

JCU is a nonprofit private school that has a large number of programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in University Heights, Ohio, in a predominantly suburban area. The Roman Catholic affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. Nearly 3,700 students enroll at John Carroll University per year.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Communications And Journalism
  • Psychology
  • Biological And Biomedical Sciences
  • English Language And Literature

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. Students may submit either the ACT or SAT exam scores to be considered for admissions to JCU. A score between 1460 - 1790 on the SAT, or 22 - 27 for the ACT is common among admitted students. 84% of those who apply are admitted to this school, of which 27 percent choose to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

Tuition is approximately $35,000 per year, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students may check the school's price of attendance calculator to determine cost. The price of on-campus housing is estimated to be $5,300 annually. Students enrolled at John Carroll University may qualify for aid which is typically grants and loans.

Athletic programs are available at John Carroll University through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate sports. Available athletic programs offered:

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

Students should visit the school's http://www.jcu.edu/index.php to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Biology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. JCU has offered the following program levels for students:

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Bachelor's Degree61
Master's Degree6

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male27
Female40

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Asian1
Hispanic2
White57
Multiple Races1
Non Resident Alien4
Unknown2

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

Upon completion of the Biology program at JCU, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

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

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 admission details below may provide a better idea of the applicants JCU accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and alumni, John Carroll University may offer services like those listed below:

  • Distance learning
  • Career path counseling
  • Employing students to lower education costs
  • Employment search assistance

Intercollegiate Athletics

JCU is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Ohio Athletic Conference)
  • Basketball (Ohio Athletic Conference)
  • Track and Field (Ohio Athletic Conference)
  • Football (Ohio Athletic Conference)
  • Golf
  • Lacrosse
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming and Diving
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
  • Wrestling