Biology Degree

The biology program at SUNY Institute of Technology at Utica – Rome 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 Institute of Technology at Utica – Rome (SUNY Poly)

One Forestry Dr., Syracuse, NY

SUNY Institute of Technology at Utica - Rome is a public school that has many majors available for students to choose from. The school is located in Utica, NY, in a predominantly rural area. Approximately two thousand students are enrolled yearly at SUNYIT.

Areas of study available at SUNYIT include but are not limited to:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Psychology
• Computer And Information Sciences
• Engineering Technology

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions officials. Students may take either the ACT or SAT scores to be considered for admissions to SUNYIT. A score in a range of 980 - 1180 on the SAT, or 21 - 25 for the ACT is common among admitted students. 38% of those students that apply are admitted to SUNY Institute of Technology at Utica - Rome, of which 34 percent choose to enroll.

The cost of undergraduate tuition varies for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay around $7,100, while out-of-state residents pay $17,000 for the year. SUNYIT may offer financial aid for students who qualify by way of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

This school has several athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Available sports offered may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)
• Soccer (NCAA Division III)

Students Enrolled in the Biology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. SUNY Institute of Technology at Utica – Rome 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

• Syracuse, NY
  • Total Employment: 70
  • Average Hourly Rate: $55.15
  • Average Annual Salary: $114700

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).