Biology Degree

The biology program at Mount Marty 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 South Dakota colleges that offer biology degrees.

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Mount Marty College

1800 E. Spruce Street, Mitchell, SD

About
Mount Marty College is a Catholic institution founded in the Benedictine tradition in 1936. The school is located in Yankton, South Dakota and named for Martin Marty, a missionary who once worked with Amerindians in the Dakota Territories. Originally the school operated as women's junior college, and did so for 15 years. In 1951 the school added bachelor degrees to its offerings and in 1969 the school became coeducational. The school began offering master degrees in 1983 and has since expanded to offer more programs. As part of the Benedictine tradition, the school evaluates its offerings every year, adjusting its programs and offerings to meet its original goals and community needs.

Academics
Mount Marty College offers a large number of degree programs at its primary campus, with additional offerings available at the Watertown campus, though more limited in overall number. Courses are taught by qualified professionals dedicated to providing the best education possible for their students. Programs result in associate, bachelor or master degrees. Students may also pursue minor degrees, which allow students to pursue a secondary interest or augment their primary area of study.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Business Administration
• Criminal Justice
• Graphic Design and Media Arts
• History

Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in enrollment must complete the application for admission and submit it through mail or online, as well as provide transcripts and standardized test scores. Once received students will be eligible for registration in the following semester. Some programs may require additional criterion to be met prior to admission, such as those offering a master's degree.

Financial aid is available in the form of grants, loans, scholarships and work study programs. Students in need of financial assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which will then be used to determine need, eligibility and awards. Students may be asked to provide additional information in order to verify the accuracy of information provided prior to the disbursement of funds.

Students Enrolled in the Biology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Mount Marty 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

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).