by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, and more. We've also included details on how La Sierra ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in biology.
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The bachelor's program at La Sierra was ranked #688 on College Factual's Best Schools for biology list. It is also ranked #57 in California.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best General Biology Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 676 |
| Best General Biology Schools | 688 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, La Sierra University handed out 9 bachelor's degrees in general biology. This is a decrease of 67% over the previous year when 27 degrees were handed out.
In 2022-2023, the average part-time undergraduate tuition at La Sierra was $970 per credit hour for both in-state and out-of-state students. The average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates are shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $34,920 | $34,920 |
| Fees | $990 | $990 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,350 | $1,350 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $11,670 | $11,670 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $3,978 | $3,978 |
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Of the 9 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in biology from La Sierra in 2022, 33% were men and 67% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from La Sierra University with a bachelor's in biology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| White | 3 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Online degrees for the La Sierra biology bachelor’s degree program are not available at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the La Sierra Online Learning page.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the biology majors at La Sierra University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Neurobiology & Neurosciences | 8 |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology | 2 |