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Overview for Microbiology, General

A program that focuses on the scientific study of unicellular organisms and colonies, and subcellular genetic matter and their ecological interactions with human beings and other life. Includes instruction in microbial genetics, cell biology, cell physiology, virology, pathogenic microbiology, environmental microbiology, immunology, biostatistics, bioinformatics, and laboratory methods including microscopy.

Careers for Microbiology, General Majors

A major in Microbiology, General is highly relevant for the following careers. National averages for wages in each career is provided.

Colleges Offering a Major in Microbiology, General

Top 3 Louisiana Colleges with the highest percentage of Microbiology, General among the 2007-2008 graduating class.

AddInfoCollege Name Degrees Awarded/
Percentage
SelectivityTuition
Xavier University of Louisiana
New Orleans, LA
 4
(1.2%)
Moderately Selective$14,500 
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Lafayette, LA
 7
(0.3%)
Moderately Selective$9,754 
Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
Baton Rouge, LA
 13
(0.3%)
Less Selective$11,929 
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Degrees awarded represents the number of bachelor's degrees awarded among the 2007-2008 graduating class.