Cell Biology and Anatomy
An integrated, combined program that focuses on the scientific study of cell structure, function, and dynamics within the context of organismic, regional, and gross anatomical systems. Includes instruction in molecular biology, cell biology and histology, structural biology, anatomy, embryology, endocrinology, and applications to specific systems, diseases, defects, and processes.
- Schools offering
- 5
- Annual completions
- 7
- Typical degree level
- Bachelor's
- Median earnings (5yr)
- $69k
About this major
An integrated, combined program that focuses on the scientific study of cell structure, function, and dynamics within the context of organismic, regional, and gross anatomical systems. Includes instruction in molecular biology, cell biology and histology, structural biology, anatomy, embryology, endocrinology, and applications to specific systems, diseases, defects, and processes.
Where this major leads
Occupations most often associated with this major, from the federal BLS+O*NET crosswalk. Job-growth projections and median wages are national.
| Occupation | Median wage | Job growth | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical scientists, except epidemiologists | $101k | +8.7% | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Biological science teachers, postsecondary | $83k | +7.3% | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Biological scientists, all other | $93k | +1.2% | Bachelor's degree |
Earnings at a glance
Median graduate earnings from the federal College Scorecard, 5 and 10 years out.
Median 5-year earnings
$69k
Associate's vs Bachelor's — early-career earnings
Associate's
$78k
Bachelor's
$69k
Top colleges for Cell Biology and Anatomy
Ranked by annual completions at the associate's or bachelor's level — a proxy for program scale.
| College | Location | Assoc. | Bach. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huntingdon College | Montgomery, AL | 0 | 7 | 7 |
| Loyola University Chicago | Chicago, IL | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| CUNY Graduate School and University Center | New York, NY | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice | New York, NY | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Dallas Baptist University | Dallas, TX | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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