undergraduate
Cellular biology
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What is a cellular biology major?
Cellular biology students study the structure, function, and regulation of cells as individual units and as components of larger systems. Class subjects include cell chemistry, cellular dynamics, cellular replication and reproduction, cell anatomy, membrane function, organelles, cell adhesion and extracellular matrices, cell dynamics and motility, meiosis and mitosis, signal transduction, regulation, recognition and defense mechanisms, the cell cycle, cell metabolism and respiration, gene expression, and studies of cell types and characteristics.
of students said a highlight of this major was the fascinating subject.
of students found this major to be difficult.
of students said they were motivated to select this major because it fit their passion & interest.
of students and alumni plan on being or are currently employed in an occupation related to this major.
of students said complex concepts were a challenging aspect of the major.
How much do cellular biology majors make?
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How popular is cellular biology as a major?
Each year, around 3,610 students obtain a bachelor’s degree and around 45 students obtain an associate degree in cellular biology. In 2021, 4,074 students received a bachelor's degree and 74 students received an associate degree. This is 3% more cellular biology majors than there were in 2020. Cellular biology is one of the most popular majors within biology.
Advice from cellular biology majors
Share your experienceI would encourage students to broaden their knowledge in their future careers, if you are unsure about Medical school, PA school, or Nursing school, then research or volunteer or work in those respected fields, so you can get an understanding of what the field is like. Do not go into a major because you believe it is what is right, and if you are having doubts that is likely a sign that you do not enjoy that major and would like to major in something else. Do not just finish a degree because 'you invested so much' into that degree, it will be worse once you obtain that degree and can not find any employment in that field. Do what you want, and not what 'seems right'.
You really must dedicate a minimum of 3 hours to studying or doinf homework everyday. Its a quite complex subject that needs alot of attention.
Yes, it is a difficult major but if you stick with it it’s very rewarding!!!
Work with your professors and teaching assistant to learn about different internship opportunities.
