Biology Degree

The biology program at SUNY College at Cortland 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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SUNY College at Cortland

Also known as SUNY Cortland

1300 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo, NY

SUNY College at Cortland is a public institution located in Cortland, NY and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. SUNY College at Cortland has a yearly student enrollment of approximately 7,400.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs SUNY College at Cortland offers:

• Education
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Communications And Journalism
• Social Sciences
• Psychology
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences

Students applying for admission are usually required to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the school. Very common exam scores among students accepted to this school are in the range of 20 - 24 for the ACT exam, or 990 - 1150 on the SAT exam. An estimated 40 percent of all applicant were accepted at this school, with 24 percent of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found at www.cortland.edu.

The tuition at this school varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay around $7,200 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $17,000 per year. Housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is about $7,400. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements.

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

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)

Contact information, financial aid information, programs offered, and more may be accessed on school's website at http://www.cortland.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Biology Program

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

• Buffalo-Cheektowaga-Niagara Falls, NY
  • Total Employment: 90
  • Average Hourly Rate: $56.20
  • Average Annual Salary: $116890

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).