Biology Degree

The biology program at CUNY Lehman 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 New York colleges that offer biology degrees.

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CUNY Lehman College

31-10 Thomson Ave, Long Island City, NY

CUNY Lehman College, a public institution, offers a large number of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Bronx, New York, it offers an urban setting for students to study in. CUNY Lehman College has an annual student enrollment of nearly 12,000.

Areas of study offered at CUNY Lehman College include but are not limited to:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Social Sciences
• Public Administration And Social Services
• Psychology

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. The majority of students at CUNY Lehman College scored between 930 to 1090 on the SAT exam. Competition for admissions among applicants is high, given that only 20% of students who applied are accepted to the school.

The tuition at this school varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay around $6,100 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $13,000 for the year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements.

This school has several athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include but not limited to:

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

To see a full list of areas of study, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please take a look at the school's website at http://www.lehman.cuny.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Biology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. CUNY Lehman College has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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

Salary & Wages

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 280
  • Average Hourly Rate: $79.61
  • Average Annual Salary: $165590
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $96.14
  • Average Annual Salary: $199960

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).