Biology Degree

The biology program at Wesley 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 Delaware colleges that offer biology degrees.

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Wesley College

211 Louviers Drive, Newark, DE

Wesley College is a nonprofit private university that has a fair number of majors and degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Dover, Delaware, in a predominantly urban area. The school's United Methodist affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's vision. Wesley College has a yearly student enrollment of around two thousand.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Wesley College offers:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Psychology
• Recreation And Fitness Studies

Students applying for admission are most often required to submit an application, transcripts, standardized test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. Most students admitted to Wesley College score in-between 1100 to 1400 on the SAT exam. Competition runs high for admissions, given that only 20 percent of students who applied are admitted to the school. More information on admissions can be found here.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $24,000 for the year, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students may check the school's tuition calculator to find what your personalized cost of attendance would be. The cost of on-campus housing is approximately $5,400 per year. This school may offer financial aid for students that qualify by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Wesley College "Wolverines" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include the following:

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

Students who wish to see more about Wesley College may visit their website at http://www.wesley.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Biology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Wesley College has offered the following programs for students:

• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree

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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

• Camden, NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 70
  • Average Hourly Rate: $81.50
  • Average Annual Salary: $169520
• Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 290
  • Average Hourly Rate: $67.60
  • Average Annual Salary: $140610
• Wilmington, DE-MD-NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 460
  • Average Hourly Rate: $93.46
  • Average Annual Salary: $194390

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).