Biology Degree

The biology program at Minot State University 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 North Dakota colleges that offer biology degrees.

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Minot State University

330 Third Street NE, Mayville, ND

MSU provides a variety of degree programs for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Minot, ND and publically funded. Minot State University has an annual student enrollment of around 3,900.

Students can pick from many areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Public Administration And Social Services
• Security And Protective Services
• Liberal Arts And Sciences

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be required to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then studied by the admissions staff. The majority of students admitted to Minot State University earn an SAT score in a range of 830 - 1020, or an ACT composite score within the range of 19 - 24. This school has an admissions rate of about 58% of which only 69% decided to enroll. More information regarding Minot admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $6,300 annually. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and therefore students should use the school's net price calculator to understand their costs. School housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is around $2,100. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for Minot State University is the "Beavers", and they participate in intercollegiate sports through oversight by the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include the following:

• Baseball (NAIA Division II)
• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division II)

Contact information, admission forms, programs offered, and more can be viewed on school's website at http://www.minotstateu.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Biology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Minot State University 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).