Bachelor of Science in Biology
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 24
Last Re-Certification Date: 2/8/2024
Program Description
The degree prepares students for immediate employment in a variety of areas, including conservation, wildlife biology, education, research (government, business, or academic settings), laboratory work in medicine, or work in biotechnology. Graduates are equally prepared to enter graduate or professional school in preparation for careers in research, teaching, or fields such as medicine (Medical Doctor, Physicians Assistant, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine), physical therapy, nursing, pharmacy, dentistry, optometry, or veterinary science.
Established in 1980
CIP: 43-0406
Training Program Type
Vocational
Provider Information
McKendree University
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Business and Financial Operations Occupations
- Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
Quality Assurance
Education Information
Bachelors Degree
128 Weeks ( 120.00 Hours / 120.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $32,660.00 |
| Fees | $1,410.00 |
| Total Cost | $34,070.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Illinois Monetary Award Program
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
To be considered for admission, an applicant must: 1. Complete and return the application for admission. Students are encouraged to complete the application online at www.mckendree.edu; 2. Submit an official high school or GED transcript and official scores on the American College Testing (ACT) examination or the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) if not posted on the official high school transcript; and 3. Submit official copies of transcripts for all postsecondary institutions attended. Admission to McKendree is selective. Decisions are based on high school records, including curriculum rigor, test scores, recommendations and evidence of student leadership. McKendree selects students who demonstrate potential and desire to succeed in a rigorous academic environment.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Internships
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Day Classes
Performance Data
Program: Bachelor of Science in Biology
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 24
Last Re-Certification Date: 2/8/2024
Program Description
The degree prepares students for immediate employment in a variety of areas, including conservation, wildlife biology, education, research (government, business, or academic settings), laboratory work in medicine, or work in biotechnology. Graduates are equally prepared to enter graduate or professional school in preparation for careers in research, teaching, or fields such as medicine (Medical Doctor, Physicians Assistant, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine), physical therapy, nursing, pharmacy, dentistry, optometry, or veterinary science.
Established in 1980
CIP: 43-0406
Provider Information
McKendree University
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Business and Financial Operations Occupations
- Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
Quality Assurance
Education Information
Bachelors Degree
128 Weeks ( 120.00 Hours / 120.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $32,660.00 |
| Fees | $1,410.00 |
| Total Cost | $34,070.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Illinois Monetary Award Program
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
To be considered for admission, an applicant must: 1. Complete and return the application for admission. Students are encouraged to complete the application online at www.mckendree.edu; 2. Submit an official high school or GED transcript and official scores on the American College Testing (ACT) examination or the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) if not posted on the official high school transcript; and 3. Submit official copies of transcripts for all postsecondary institutions attended. Admission to McKendree is selective. Decisions are based on high school records, including curriculum rigor, test scores, recommendations and evidence of student leadership. McKendree selects students who demonstrate potential and desire to succeed in a rigorous academic environment.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Internships
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Day Classes