Integrative Biology
This concentration emphasizes the relationships of organisms with each other and their environment and incorporates ecology and evolutionary biology. This concentration would be a good choice for students who plan to pursue graduate degrees in such fields or who want to work as naturalists or environmental biologists.
Common Career Paths
Some of the top jobs for those with an Integrative Biology degree include biologist, biological scientist, lab technician, marine biologist, botanist, zoologist, and so much more.
Common Salary Ranges for Graduates
As mentioned above, there’s a long list of career opportunities for those with Integrative Biology degrees. But, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the average annual salary for the following positions (which may require additional education) in North Carolina in 2021:
- Wildlife biologist: $66,930
- Biological technician: $52,310
- Biological science teacher (postsecondary): $81,050
- Zoologist: $66,930
Average Tuition Cost
The average cost for an incoming residential freshman to attend MU is less than $18,000 – similar to the cost of attending one of the big-box public schools, but with the enhanced value of a highly-regarded private school with a 12:1 student-to-faculty ratio.
While tuition varies, depending on a student’s financial aid package, it’s important to know that the average financial award for an incoming residential freshman at MU is more than $34,000.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
More than 97% of MU students receive some form of financial aid, with the University offering more than $24 million annually to students for scholarships. If a student is active military, family of active military, or a veteran, they may also qualify for MU’s military education benefits.
Interested in Methodist University’s Integrative Biology concentration?
If you have questions, reach out to Dr. Stephanie Hooper Marosek using the contact info at the bottom of the page. If you’re ready to apply today, click the button below!
Frequently Asked Questions
Integrative Biology emphasizes the relationships of organisms with each other and their environment and incorporates ecology and evolutionary biology. This concentration would be a good choice for students who plan to pursue graduate degrees in such fields or who want to work as naturalists or environmental biologists.
Some of the top jobs for those with an Integrative Biology degree include biologist, biological scientist, lab technician, marine biologist, botanist, zoologist, and so much more.
Contact
Stephanie Hooper Marosek, Ph.D.
