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- School Code: 366900
- Phone: (979) 532-4560
- School Homepage
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FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
8FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$9,679Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Biology Degree
The biology program at Wiley 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 Texas colleges that offer biology degrees.
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Wiley College
911 Boling Hwy, Wharton, TX
Wiley College is a nonprofit private historically black institution located in Marshall, TX. Most historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were established after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. The school's United Methodist affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's vision. Nearly a thousand students enroll at Wiley College yearly.
Students can choose from many areas of study, including but not limited to:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Security And Protective Services
- Education
- Social Sciences
The school maintains an open enrollment policy, admitting all students that meet the requirements for admission. Submission of transcripts, records, test scores, and letters of recommendations may be required for certain programs. More information regarding admissions can be found at wileyc.edu.
The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $12,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and therefore students should visit the school's net price calculator to get a better idea of their cost of attendance. Housing is available for students and costs around $3,400 for the year. Students at this school may qualify for aid which is usually grants and loans.
Wiley College has several athletic programs overseen by the NAIA. Sports available may include:
- Baseball (NAIA Division I)
- Basketball (NAIA Division I)
- Track & Field (NAIA Division I)
Students Enrolled in the Biology Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Wiley College offers a bachelor's degree program in biology.
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 4 |
| Female | 8 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Black | 9 |
| Hispanic | 1 |
| Non Resident Alien | 2 |
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
Students who have completed the Biology program at Wiley College, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below: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).
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the students Wiley College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Wiley College may provide student services including:- Online classes
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Assisting students to find work
Intercollegiate Athletics
Wiley College is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with many of the sports being in the NAIA Division I classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Red River Athletic Conference)
- Basketball (Red River Athletic Conference)
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball