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#1 Best College for Zoology/Animal Biology in the U.S.

Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL

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Acceptance Rate

75%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

850–1,130

Median Starting Salary

$51,468

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About Zoology/Animal Biology

A general program that focuses on the scientific study of the biology of animal species and phyla, with reference to their molecular and cellular systems, anatomy, physiology, and behavior. Includes instruction in molecular and cell biology, microbiology, anatomy and physiology, ecology and behavior, evolutionary biology, and applications to specific species and phyla.

While Zoology/Animal Biology has degrees up to the Masters degree, most students study towards a Masters degree. Students major in Zoology/Animal Biology all around the US, though the major at the Postbaccalaureate certificate level sees the most graduates in Illinois. The average annual income for an undergraduate degree in Zoology/Animal Biology is $35,600.

How popular is a Postbaccalaureate certificate in Zoology/Animal Biology in IL

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2 degrees awarded
Postbaccalaureate certificate in Zoology/Animal Biology makes up 1.56% of all Postbaccalaureate certificate awarded in Illinois

Careers

Some top jobs related to Zoology/Animal Biology, include Natural Sciences Managers and Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary, both of which are in high demand. Yet there are careers that pay more, such as Natural Sciences Managers. the most available position for Zoology/Animal Biology majors is Biological Technicians.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Zoology/Animal Biology majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

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Student Demographics

Total Students
2
Female Students
1 (50%)
Male Students
1 (50%)

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