Biology Degree

The biology program at Mars Hill 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 North Carolina colleges that offer biology degrees.

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Mars Hill College

501 N. Main St., Louisburg, NC

Mars Hill College provides a variety of program options for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Mars Hill, North Carolina and operated as a private institution. Enrollment at Mars Hill College is nearly a thousand per year.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Mars Hill College offers:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Psychology
• Public Administration And Social Services

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions officials. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 830 to 1050 on the SAT and between 17 to 22 on the ACT is common among students accepted to Mars Hill College. This school admits about 70 percent of students applying annually. Of those students accepted, around 24 percent of students attended the school. More information from the admissions office can be found at mhc.edu.

The cost of tuition is approximately $26,000, but may change per year. Students are encouraged to use the school's price of attendance calculator to better estimate their personal tuition costs. Student housing is available for students, which costs about $5,200 each year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements.

The mascot for Mars Hill College is the "Lions", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division II)

To see a full list of academic programs offered, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please take a look at the school's website at http://www.mhc.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Biology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Mars Hill 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

• Raleigh, NC
  • Total Employment: 450
  • Average Hourly Rate: $62.72
  • Average Annual Salary: $130460

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).