Biology Degree

The biology program at University of Wisconsin – La Crosse 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 Wisconsin colleges that offer biology degrees.

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University of Wisconsin – La Crosse

2420 Nicolet Dr, Green Bay, WI

University of Wisconsin - La Crosse is a public college that has many majors and degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in La Crosse, Wisconsin, in a predominantly urban area. UW-L has a yearly student enrollment of around nine thousand.

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

• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Education
• Psychology
• Recreation And Fitness Studies

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, school records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. Most students accepted to UW-L score in-between 23 to 26 on the ACT exam. University of Wisconsin - La Crosse admits around 80% of applicants annually. Of those students accepted, about 39% attended the school. More information regarding admissions can be found at uwlax.edu.

Tuition & fees at this school vary for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs approximately $9,200 per year with out-of-state tuition costing $17,000 annually. On-campus housing is available for students, and generally costs about $3,800 each year. Some students at University of Wisconsin - La Crosse may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.

This school has a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include the following:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)

Students may take a look at the school's http://www.uwlax.edu to see additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Biology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Wisconsin – La Crosse has offered the following programs for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

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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

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).