University of Kansas (University of Kansas) - Entomology

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Entomology

A program that focuses on the scientific study of insect species and populations in respect of their life cycles, morphology, genetics, physiology, ecology, taxonomy, population dynamics, and environmental and economic impacts. Includes instruction in applicable biological and physical sciences as well as insect toxicology and the biochemical control of insect populations. Get more details and student breakdown below, including other Kansas schools that offer an entomology degree. Students at University of Kansas who have completed this program in 2010-2011 have received the following degrees:

  • Doctor

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Breakdown of Students That Completed the Entomology Program

The table below lists the number of students that have completed the entomology program at the University of Kansas for the 2010-2011 academic year.

Overall

University of Kansas Degree Level Breakdown For The Entomology Program
 Total

All Students

2

By Gender

University of Kansas Student Gender Breakdown For The Entomology Program
 Total

Male

2

Female

-

By Race

University of Kansas Student Racial Breakdown For The Entomology Program
 Total

American Indian

-

Black

-

Asian

-

Hispanic

-

White

1

Unknown

1

Career Options For Graduates

Students who have completed this program, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below. The information covers overall job description, estimated salary and wages, along with job projections by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Natural Sciences Managers

Job Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these fields. Read more about working environment, educational requirements, and potential salary of natural sciences managers in our career profile section.

Projections

  • Total Employment (2010): 49,300
  • Total Employment Projected (2020): 53,100
  • Percent Job Growth: 7.70%
  • Percent of Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary That Are Self-Employed: (2010): 2%

Biologists

Job Description

Research or study basic principles of plant and animal life, such as origin, relationship, development, anatomy, and functions. Read more about working environment, educational requirements, and potential salary of biologists in our career profile section.

Projections

  • Total Employment (2010): 101,000
  • Total Employment Projected (2020): 115,100
  • Percent Job Growth: 14.00%
  • Percent of Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary That Are Self-Employed: (2010): 5%

Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists

Job Description

Study the origins, behavior, diseases, genetics, and life processes of animals and wildlife. May specialize in wildlife research and management. May collect and analyze biological data to determine the environmental effects of present and potential use of land and water habitats. Read more about working environment, educational requirements, and potential salary of zoologists and wildlife biologists in our career profile section.

Projections

  • Total Employment (2010): 19,800
  • Total Employment Projected (2020): 21,300
  • Percent Job Growth: 7.40%
  • Percent of Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary That Are Self-Employed: (2010): 5%

Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Job Description

Teach courses in biological sciences. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research. Read more about working environment, educational requirements, and potential salary of biological science teachers, postsecondary in our career profile section.

List of schools that offer an entomology degree or program in Kansas

4-Year Colleges and Universities

Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS
  • Public Organization
  • Highest Offered: Doctoral - Research & Professional Degree
  • Large Four-Year, Primarily Residential Campus
  • Students: 20,000+
Students That Completed This Program: 8
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2011: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.; BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook 2011; O*NET 2011