Biology Degree

The biology program at Nevada State 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 Virginia colleges that offer biology degrees.

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Nevada State College (NSC)

1920 Centerville Turnpike, Suite 114, Virginia Beach, VA

Nevada State College, a public institution, offers an assortment of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Henderson, Nevada, the school offers a rural setting for students to study in. Nevada State College has a yearly student enrollment of approximately three thousand.

Students can choose from many areas of study, including:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Psychology
• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences

Students applying for admission are most often asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. 66% of those who apply are admitted to this school, of which 36% choose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found at nsc.nevada.edu.

The cost of tuition is different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay approximately $4,400 and out-of-state residents pay $15,000 for the year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

Students can take a look at the school's nsc.edu to see additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Biology Program

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

Salary & Wages

• Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News, VA-NC
  • Total Employment: 110
  • Average Hourly Rate: $51.23
  • Average Annual Salary: $106560

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).