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ACCEPTANCE RATE

79.02%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

98%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

18:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

10

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$8,123

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Biology Degree

The biology program at Tennessee Technological 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 Tennessee colleges that offer biology degrees.

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Tennessee Technological University

3500 John A. Merritt Blvd, Nashville, TN

Tennessee Technological University provides a variety of degree programs for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Cookeville, TN and publically funded. Around 12,000 students enroll at Tennessee Tech University yearly.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

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

To be considered for admissions, you may be asked to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then studied by admissions staff. A SAT or ACT exam is required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 980 to 1270 on the SAT and in a range of 20 to 26 for the ACT exam is typical among students accepted to this school.  Additional information regarding TTU can be gathered by calling the school's admissions office.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay around $7,000 and out-of-state residents pay $22,000 annually. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is around $4,300. Students at this school may qualify for aid which is usually scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Tennessee Technological University "Golden Eagles" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Available sports offered may include the following:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
  • Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
  • Football (NCAA Division I-AA)

Students who wish to learn more about this school can take a look at their website at tntech.edu or simply request information via our portal.

Students Enrolled in the Biology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Tennessee Technological University has offered the following programs for students:

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Bachelor's Degree68
Master's Degree8

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male26
Female50

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Asian3
Black2
Hispanic3
White65
Multiple Races1
Non Resident Alien2

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

Students who have completed the Biology program at Tennessee Technological University, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:

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

  • Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN
    • Total Employment: 160
    • Average Hourly Rate: $54.75
    • Average Annual Salary: $113880

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).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may give an overview of the candidates Tennessee Technological University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help support students, Tennessee Technological University may offer services like those listed below:

  • Online classes
  • Academic counseling for students
  • Work study style employment
  • Helping students find work after graduation
  • Day care for children

Intercollegiate Athletics

Tennessee Technological University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I-FCS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Ohio Valley Conference)
  • Basketball (Ohio Valley Conference)
  • Track and Field (Ohio Valley Conference)
  • Football (Ohio Valley Conference)
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field, X-Country
  • Volleyball