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ACCEPTANCE RATE

55.54%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

93%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

19:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

10

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$7,615

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

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Biology Degree

The biology program at University of New Orleans 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 Louisiana colleges that offer biology degrees.

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University of New Orleans (UNO)

4205 Ryan St, Lake Charles, LA

University of New Orleans, a public institution, offers an assortment of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in New Orleans, LA, the campus resides in an urban setting for students to study in. Approximately eleven thousand students enroll at UNO per year.

Areas of study offered at UNO include:

  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Liberal Arts And Sciences
  • Psychology
  • Communications And Journalism

Students applying for admission are usually asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. The most common exam scores among students admitted to University of New Orleans are in the range of 19 - 24 for the ACT exam, or 940 - 1180 on the SAT. 56% of those who apply are admitted to University of New Orleans, of which 59% choose to attend. More information on admissions can be found at uno.edu.

Tuition & fees at University of New Orleans vary for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs close to $5,700 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $18,000 annually. Students enrolled at University of New Orleans may be eligible for aid which is typically loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The UNO "Privateers" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include the following:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division I-A)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division I-A)
  • Golf (NCAA Division I-A)
  • Swimming and Diving (NCAA Division I-A)

Students should visit the University of New Orleans website to see a complete list of areas of study, programs, student services, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Biology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. UNO has offered the following program levels for students:

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Bachelor's Degree109
Master's Degree14

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male40
Female83

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
American Indian1
Asian22
Black16
Hispanic20
White50
Multiple Races11
Non Resident Alien3

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

Upon completion of the Biology program at University of New Orleans, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

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).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admissions information below may give an overview of the applicants University of New Orleans accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or 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, University of New Orleans may provide services like those listed below:

  • Online course work available
  • Night and weekend classes available
  • Counseling assistance
  • Student employment
  • Helping students find work after graduation

Intercollegiate Athletics

UNO is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Southland Conference)
  • Basketball (Southland Conference)
  • Track and Field (Southland Conference)
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
  • Beach Volleyball