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Students of population biology concentrate on the scientific study of the natural history, life cycle behavior, and ecosystem dynamics of single species and multi-species communities, and the patterns and causes of diversity within and among such populations. Course topics include: biostatistics, population dynamics, population and quantitative genetics, RNA and DNA sequences, genomics, evolutionary ecology, natural adaptation and hybridization, geographic differentiation, life history and life cycle studies, and animal and plant demography.

Top Schools For Population Biology Programs

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Yale University

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Prescott College

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Arizona State University

Smallest:
Sterling College - Vermont

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University of Chicago

Least Expensive:
United Tribes Technical College

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Yale University

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Texas A&M University

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Harvard University

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Are You Interested? School Name Tuition Size Degrees Granted Degrees Granted By Type
SUNY ESF
Syracuse, NY		$14,351 2,081 104 Bachelor's (76), Master's (24),
Doctoral (4)
Harvard University
Cambridge, MA		$37,012 10,200 86 Bachelor's (67), Master's (3),
Doctoral (16)
University of Wisconsin
Madison, WI		$23,059 29,922 73 Bachelor's (73)
UC Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA		$31,746 19,805 36 Bachelor's (36)
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ		$20,596 54,277 22 Bachelor's (22)
Boston University
Boston, MA		$39,864 18,187 18 Bachelor's (18)
Maryland
College Park, MD		$24,831 26,922 18 Master's (18)
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI		$27,343 36,489 17 Bachelor's (17)
University of Idaho
Moscow, ID		$15,012 9,343 15 Certificate (4), Bachelor's (11)
University of Texas - Austin
Austin, TX		$30,006 38,168 13 Doctoral (13)
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Population Biology Statistics

Degree Type BreakdownNumber of Degrees
Granted Last Year		Percentage
of Total
Certificate 3 1%
Associate 4 1%
Bachelor's 399 75%
Master's 71 13%
Doctoral 53 10%
Gender BreakdownNumber of Degrees
Granted Last Year		Percentage
of Total
Male 254 45%
Female 316 55%
Racial BreakdownNumber of Degrees
Granted Last Year		Percentage
of Total
Asian or Pacific Islander 16 3%
Black or African American 8 1%
Hispanic or Latino 21 4%
American Indian or Alaskan Native 5 1%
White (Non-Hispanic) 457 84%
Other/Unknown 34 6%
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Population Biology Internships

Job Title:Research Intern - International Alliances Pro
Description:Now in its second century, Audubon is dedicated to protecting birds and other wildlife and the habitat that supports them. Audubon's mission is engaging people in bird conservation on a hemispheric scale through science, policy, education...
Company:National Audubon Society
Location:Washington, DC
Posted:4/20/2012
Source:washingtonpost.com
Job Title:Post Doctoral Fellow, Pediatric Cancer Biology, Ph.D. Life Science
Description:Nemours is seeking a Post Doctoral Fellow - Pediatric Cancer Biology to join our team in Delaware. As one of the nations premier pediatric health care systems, Nemours provides world-class clinical care in four states Delaware, Florida,...
Company:Nemours
Location:Wilmington, DE
Posted:5/22/2012
Source:Nemours
Job Title:Natural Resource Specialist 2 (Assistant District Wildlife Biologist)
Description:Make a Difference in Natural Resources! ODFW Mission: To protect and enhance Oregon's fish and wildlife and their habitats for use and enjoyment by present and future generations. This position is with the Oregon Department of Fish and...
Company:State of Oregon Jobs
Location:Heppner, OR
Posted:5/19/2012
Source:State of Oregon Jobs
Job Title:Biologist III
Description:Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc. Environmental Services group has a job opportunity for a part-time Biologist III located in New Mexico. Summary: Research or study basic principles of plant and animal life including health and population...
Company:Epsilon Systems Solutions
Location:Albuquerque, NM
Posted:5/8/2012
Source:Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc
Job Title:Biology Instructor
Description:The primary responsibility is teaching introductory and advanced biological concepts. Faculty hired in this position will be required to be able to teach courses in the following areas: transfer, non-transfer and developmental. Faculty...
Company:J. Sargeant Reynolds Comm Coll
Location:Henrico, VA
Posted:3/1/2012
Source:J. Sargeant Reynolds Comm Coll
Job Title:Part-Time Faculty in Biology
Description:The Department of Biology at Armstrong Atlantic State University is seeking part-time faculty applications for possible spring semester, summer semester, and future needs in day, evening, and/or weekend classes in Savannah and Hinesville.
Company:Armstrong Atlantic State University
Location:Savannah, GA
Posted:2/15/2012
Source:Armstrong Atlantic State University
Job Title:Biology/Health Teacher for 2012-2013
Description:West Gary Lighthouse College Prep Academy is now accepting applications for a Biology/Health Teacher for the 2012-2013 school year. Candidates are eligible for up to a $1000 signing bonus if hired for the position. ESSENTIAL QUALITIES:...
Company:Lighthouse Academies
Location:Gary, IN
Posted:3/20/2012
Source:Lighthouse Academies
Job Title:biology Intern
Description:An intern is needed to work at Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge (DFNWR) near Boise, Idaho during the spring and summer of 2012. Help is needed on various projects including (in order of priority): grebe (western and Clarks) survey and...
Company:Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge
Location:Nampa, ID
Posted:3/27/2012
Source:The Wildlife Society
Job Title:Research Associate - Biology
Description:Research Associate - Biology Category: Professional Department: Agris Lab, Biology Locations: Albany, NY Posted: Feb 03, '11 Type: Full-time Ref. No.: P11-23746 E-mail to a friend About University at Albany: Established in 1844 and...
Company:University at Albany
Location:Albany, NY
Posted:5/22/2012
Source:University at Albany
Job Title:Biology Instructor (Anatomy & Physiology emphasis)
Description:Available: August 2012 Required Qualification: Completion of a graduate degree in Biology with teaching experience. Preferred Qualification: Anatomy and Physiology course work and teaching experience. Rock Valley College, a comprehensive...
Company:Rock Valley College
Location:Rockford, IL
Posted:3/6/2012
Source:HigherEdJobs

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