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- School Code: 196900
- Phone: (502) 597-6000
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62.43%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
13:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
14FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$8,389Average 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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Zoology Degree
The zoology degree program at Kentucky Wesleyan College helps students seeking a future in animal care and focuses on the scientific study of the biology of animal species and phyla. Students who graduate the zoology degree program will have knowledge of the anatomy, physiology, and behavior of various species of animals, including their molecular and cellular structure. Courses focus on molecular and cell biology, microbiology, anatomy and physiology, ecology and behavior, evolutionary biology, and applications to specific species and phyla. Get more details below including other Kentucky colleges that offer zoology degrees.
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Kentucky Wesleyan College (Wesleyan)
400 East Main Street, Frankfort, KY
Kentucky Wesleyan College provides a variety of degree programs for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Owensboro, KY and operated as a private institution. The United Methodist affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and vision that defines the school. KWC, with only around 800 students enrolled, provides a low student to teacher ratio and hands on instruction as part of its commitment to students.
Students may choose from a few areas of study, including:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
- Security And Protective Services
- Psychology
- Education
- History
The admissions process will include the submission of an application, school records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. Either the ACT or SAT exam must be taken in order to apply to this school. Scores between 19 to 24 on the ACT or 1243 to 1543 on the SAT are recommended to greatly increase the chance of admission. Approximately 50 percent of all students that applied were admitted at KWC, with 18 percent of those admitted choosing to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found at kwc.edu.
The cost of tuition is nearly $21,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to visit the school's price of attendance calculator to better estimate their cost of attendance. Housing may be available for students that would like to live on-campus for a cost of $3,400 per year. Kentucky Wesleyan College may offer financial aid for students that are eligible as loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
The KWC Panthers participate in a number of intercollegiate athletic programs, as part of the NCAA organization. Athletic programs that are available include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division II)
- Basketball (NCAA Division II)
- Football (NCAA Division II)
- Golf (NCAA Division II)
Students Enrolled in the Zoology Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Wesleyan offers a bachelor's degree program in zoology.
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 0 |
| Female | 5 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| American Indian | 1 |
| White | 4 |
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 Zoology program at Kentucky Wesleyan College, 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
Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists
Description
Study the origins, behavior, diseases, genetics, and life processes of animals and wildlife. May specialize in wildlife research and management. May collect and analyze biological data to determine the environmental effects of present and potential use of land and water habitats.
Career Outlook & Projections ()
According to the BLS, zoologists and wildlife biologists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 4.0% from 2014 to 2024
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 Kentucky Wesleyan College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Kentucky Wesleyan College may offer services to students like those listed below:
- Distance learning
- Remedial courses
- Career path counseling
- Student employment
- Employment search assistance
Intercollegiate Athletics
Wesleyan is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division II with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (371)
- Basketball (371)
- Track and Field (371)
- Football (371)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
- Bowling