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- School Code: 248900
- Phone: (417) 625-9300
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ACCEPTANCE RATE
52.70%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
16:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
6FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$14,664Average 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 Missouri Valley 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 Missouri colleges that offer biology degrees.
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Missouri Valley College
Also known as Missouri Southern
3950 E. Newman Road, Joplin, MO
Missouri Valley College provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Marshall, MO and operated as a private institution. The Presbyterian Church affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. Approximately a thousand students are enrolled annually at Missouri Valley College.
Areas of study available at Missouri Valley College include but are not limited to:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Security And Protective Services
- Recreation And Fitness Studies
- Education
- Psychology
The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, school records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. Students may take either the ACT or SAT exam scores to be considered for admissions at this school. A score within the range of 820 to 995 on the SAT, or 17 to 21 for the ACT is usually submitted among admitted students. This school admits around 50 percent of students applying. Of those applicants accepted, about 42 percent of students attended the school. More information regarding admissions can be found at moval.edu.
The cost of tuition is approximately $20,000, but may change per year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's net price calculator to better estimate their personal tuition costs. Housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is around $3,800. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.
The Missouri Valley College Vikings participate in a number of athletic programs, overseen by the NAIA. Athletic programs available may include:
- Baseball (NAIA Division I)
- Basketball (NAIA Division I)
- Track & Field (NAIA Division I)
Students should visit the Missouri Valley College website to get a complete list of programs offered, financial aid details, and more that is available at this school.
Students Enrolled in the Biology Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Missouri Valley College offers a bachelor's degree program in biology.
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 5 |
Female | 13 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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Black | 1 |
White | 13 |
Multiple Races | 2 |
Non Resident Alien | 2 |
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 Missouri Southern, 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 admissions information below may give you an idea of the applicants Missouri Valley College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Missouri Valley College may offer student services like:- Online course work available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Helping students find work after graduation
- Day care for children
Intercollegiate Athletics
Missouri Southern is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with many of the sports belonging to the NAIA Division I classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Heart of America Athletic Conference)
- Basketball (Heart of America Athletic Conference)
- Football (Heart of America Athletic Conference)
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field, Indoor
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
- Other Sports
- Rodeo
- Weight Lifting