Biology Degree

The biology program at Skidmore 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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Skidmore College

515 Loudon Rd, Loudonville, NY

Skidmore College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and assists students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Saratoga Springs, NY, which is a predominantly suburban area. Approximately two thousand students are enrolled per year at Skidmore College.

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

• English Language And Literature
• Psychology
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Visual And Performing Arts
• Social Sciences

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions staff. Most common scores among applicants accepted to this school are within the range of 26 - 30 on the ACT, or 1730 - 2030 for the SAT exam. This school has an acceptance rate of around 42 percent of which only 27 percent decided to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $47,000 per year, though it may vary based on any number of circumstances. Students should visit the school's price of attendance calculator to determine a more personalized cost estimate. The cost of on-campus housing is estimated to be $7,400 annually. Some students at Skidmore College may qualify for financial aid, which is typically provided as grants or student loans.

The Skidmore College Thoroughbreds participate in a number of intercollegiate athletic programs, with competitions managed and overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs that are available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)

To see a full list of areas of study, programs, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please visit the school's website at http://cms.skidmore.edu/index.cfm.

Students Enrolled in the Biology Program

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

• Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY
  • Total Employment: 190
  • Average Hourly Rate: $69.78
  • Average Annual Salary: $145150

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).