Biology Degree

The biology program at Virginia State 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 Virginia colleges that offer biology degrees.

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Virginia State University (VSU)

2058 Garfield Ave, Lynchburg, VA

VSU is a public historically black institution located in Petersburg, Virginia. Most historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were established after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. As a land grant institution this school is one of the larger public institutions in the state of Virginia. Nearly five thousand students enroll at VSU per year.

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

• Education
• Security And Protective Services
• Psychology
• Interdisciplinary Studies

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, student records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions office. The most common test scores among students accepted to Virginia State University are in the range of 16 - 19 for the ACT exam, or 1160 - 1390 on the SAT. Roughly 60% of all applicant were admitted at VSU, with 29% of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found at vsu.edu.

The cost of tuition varies for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay close to $7,800, while nonresidents pay $18,000 annually. On-campus housing is available for students and costs around $5,500 annually. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The mascot for Virginia State University is the "Trojans", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the NCAA. Available sports offered:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division II)

Students can visit the school's http://www.vsu.edu to see additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Biology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Virginia State University has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

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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).