Biology Degree

The biology program at Toccoa Falls 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 Georgia colleges that offer biology degrees.

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Toccoa Falls College (TU)

1501 Millpond Rd, Thomasville, GA

Toccoa Falls College, a nonprofit private institution, offers an assortment of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Toccoa Falls, Georgia, the campus offers a rural setting for students to study in. The school's Christ and Missionary Alliance Church affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. The high teacher to student ratio and access to faculty and teachers are due primarily to the smaller enrollment, about 770 students, maintained by Toccoa Falls College.

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

• Psychology
• Theology And Religious Vocations
• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Communications And Journalism

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions committee. Most students accepted to this school earn an SAT score within the range of 860 to 1160, or an ACT score in a range of 18 to 24. This school has an acceptance rate of about 50% of which only 39% decided to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found at admissions.tfc.edu.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $19,000 for the year, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students may check the school's tuition calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. Toccoa Falls College may provide financial aid for students who qualify in the form of grants and loans.

Students who would like to see more about this school can check out their website at http://www.tfc.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Biology Program

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