Biology Degree

The biology program at York 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 Nebraska colleges that offer biology degrees.

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York College (WNCC)

1601 East 27th Street, Scottsbluff, NE

York College, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in York, NE, the school offers a rural setting for students to study in. The school maintains a Churches of Christ affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. York College, with only around 480 students enrolled, provides a low student to teacher ratio and hands on instruction as part of its commitment to students.

Areas of study offered at York College include:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Psychology
• History
• Education
• English Language And Literature

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be required to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit school records, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. Most students accepted to this school earn an SAT score within the range of 860 - 1100, or an ACT score in a range of 18 - 24. This school has an admissions rate of about 84% of which only 29% chose to attend.

Tuition is approximately $17,000 for the year, though it may vary based on any number of circumstances. Students should check the school's price of attendance calculator to determine cost. Housing may be available for students that want to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $3,100 each year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The York College "Panthers" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NAIA. Athletic programs available may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NAIA Division II)
• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Soccer (NAIA Division II)
• Softball (NAIA Division II)

Students can visit the website to get a complete list of areas of study, student services, and more that is available at this school.

Students Enrolled in the Biology Program

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

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).