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ACCEPTANCE RATE

64.65%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

100%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

11:1

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$24,624

Average 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 Young Harris 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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Young Harris College (YHC)

1601 Maple St, Carrollton, GA

Young Harris College is a nonprofit private college that has a large number of majors available for students to choose from. The school is located in Young Harris, Georgia, in a predominantly rural area. The school's United Methodist affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's vision. The higher teacher/student ratio and access to faculty is due primarily to the small student body, approximately 820 students, maintained by Young Harris College.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs YHC offers:

  • Liberal Arts
  • Biology
  • Business Administration
  • English

Students applying for admission are usually required to submit an application, transcripts, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. The majority of students at this school scored between 1330 to 1648 on the SAT. Approximately 60% of all students that applied were accepted at YHC, with 29% of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $23,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to use the school's tuition calculator to better understand their cost of attending this school. The cost of on-campus housing is approximately $3,700 per year. Some students at YHC may qualify for financial aid, which is generally offered as grants or student loans.

The YHC "Mountain Lions" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include:

  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Golf
  • Soccer

Students may visit the school's http://www.yhc.edu to see additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Biology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. YHC offers a bachelor's degree program in biology.

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male6
Female16

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Black2
Hispanic1
White16
Non Resident Alien1
Unknown2

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 Young Harris 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

Salary & Wages

  • Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA
    • Total Employment: 850
    • Average Hourly Rate: $49.77
    • Average Annual Salary: $103520

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 YHC accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and alumni, Young Harris College may provide services to students like those listed below:

  • Online course work available
  • Career path counseling
  • Employing students to lower education costs
  • Employment search assistance

Intercollegiate Athletics

Young Harris College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division II without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Peach Belt Conference)
  • Basketball (Peach Belt Conference)
  • Golf
  • Lacrosse
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Tennis