Biology Degree

The biology program at Keuka College 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 New York colleges that offer biology degrees.

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Keuka College

340 Illington Road, Ossining, NY

Keuka College is a nonprofit private institution located in Keuka Park, New York and provides a large number of program options for students. The Baptist affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. Enrollment at Keuka College is nearly 1,900 per year.

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

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Security And Protective Services
• Public Administration And Social Services
• Education

To be considered for admissions, students may be required to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit school records, which are then reviewed by admissions officials. 76% of those who apply are admitted to Keuka College, of which 40% choose to enroll.  Detailed admissions information can be obtained by calling KC or completing the form on this page.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is around $28,000, but may change per year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their cost of attending Keuka College. School housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is approximately $5,200. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements.

The mascot for Keuka College is the "Storm", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through oversight by the NCAA. Athletic programs that are available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)
• Lacrosse (NCAA Division III)

Contact information, financial aid information, areas of study offered, and more may be accessed on school's website at keuka.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Biology Program

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

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

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 280
  • Average Hourly Rate: $79.61
  • Average Annual Salary: $165590
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $96.14
  • Average Annual Salary: $199960

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).