Biology Degree

The biology program at Rochester 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 Michigan colleges that offer biology degrees.

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Rochester College

8425 W. McNichols Rd., Detroit, MI

Rochester College is a nonprofit private school that has a fair number of majors and degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Rochester Hills, MI, in a predominantly suburban area. The school's Churches of Christ affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. Rochester College has a yearly student enrollment of over 1,100.

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

• Psychology
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Communications And Journalism
• Education

Students applying for admission are asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. The majority of students admitted to this school earn an SAT score in a range of 913 to 1071, or an ACT composite score within the range of 18 to 24. Rochester College admits around 60% of students applying. Of those applicants accepted, about 41% of students registered for enrollment. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $21,000 annually, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students should visit the school's tuition calculator to see the personalize cost of attendance. The price of on-campus housing is approximately $3,500 annually. Some students at Rochester College may qualify for financial aid, which is typically provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.

This school offers a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NAIA. Available athletic programs offered may include but not limited to:

• Baseball
• Basketball
• Golf

Students can visit the Rochester College website to see a complete list of academic programs offered, admissions information, and more that is available at this school.

Students Enrolled in the Biology Program

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

• Detroit-Dearborn-Livonia, MI Metropolitan Division
  • Average Hourly Rate: $55.02
  • Average Annual Salary: $114440

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).