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ACCEPTANCE RATE

60.63%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

100%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

10:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

8

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$17,821

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Biology Degree

The biology program at Kansas Wesleyan 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 Kansas colleges that offer biology degrees.

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Kansas Wesleyan University (K-State)

919 Mid-Campus Drive, Anderson Hall, Manhattan, KS

Kansas Wesleyan University, located in Salina, Kansas, is a private 4 year Methodist institution founded in 1886. The school offers quality educational programs and had its accreditation reaffirmed in 1997. Salina is the sixth largest city in Kansas, and a hub for interstate travel, and Kansas' cultural and artistic center. The school offers a liberal arts education and ensures that its students receive a well rounded education.

Academics

Kansas Wesleyan University offers a diverse number of programs across multiple fields in order to provide its students with option in regards to what they wish to study and how they wish to approach their future. The school offers bachelor and master programs as well as an adult study program in business management.

Programs offered include:

Admissions and Financial Aid

 Students wishing to enroll at KWU must complete the application form and submit any transcripts and test scores relevant to review. Some programs may have additional requirements and such requirements must be met for admission o be a possibility. Upon receiving the application the school will review the supplied information and make a decision regarding admission.

Financial aid is available to qualifying students. Students in need of aid should contact the financial aid office for assistance and visit the school's website for additional information,

Students Enrolled in the Biology Program

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

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male1
Female4

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Black1
Hispanic1
White3

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 K-State, 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

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 provide a better idea of the applicants Kansas Wesleyan University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP 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 support students and graduates, Kansas Wesleyan University may provide services to students like those listed below:

  • Distance learning
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Counseling assistance
  • Work study style employment
  • Helping students find work after graduation

Intercollegiate Athletics

Kansas Wesleyan University is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with many of the sports belonging to the NAIA Division II classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conf)
  • Basketball (Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conf)
  • Track and Field (Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conf)
  • Football (Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conf)
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
  • Wrestling
  • Other Sports
  • Bowling