Biology · New Mexico

Biology colleges in New Mexico

CampusPin lists 22 U.S. colleges in New Mexico that offer Biology programs. Compare tuition, acceptance rate, and enrollment in the table below, every figure links back to the institution's official IPEDS data.

Biology is the foundational pre-health major, covering molecular, cellular, organismal, and ecological levels of living systems.

Schools in New Mexico that offer Biology

Biology programs in New Mexico: by the numbers

A quick comparison of the 22 schools listed above, drawn from each institution's published IPEDS data.

Schools listed

22

Public / private

19 / 3

Universities / 2-year

10 / 12

Cities represented

17

In-state tuition range

$1,095–$16,670

Median in-state tuition

$2,416

Lowest published in-state tuition

Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute

$1,095

Most selective

Southwestern College

52% acceptance

Largest by enrollment

University of New Mexico-Main Campus

22,481 students

Figures reflect the schools currently listed and each institution's most recent reported data. Verify current tuition and admissions details with the school before applying.

What you'll study in a Biology program

  • General biology, cell, and molecular biology
  • Genetics
  • Ecology and evolution
  • Anatomy and physiology
  • Microbiology
  • Biochemistry
  • Lab techniques (PCR, gel electrophoresis, microscopy, sequencing)
  • Senior research project

Where a Biology degree can lead

  • Pre-medicine pathway → MD/DO
  • Research Lab Technician
  • Biotech Researcher
  • PhD Biologist (academia)
  • Medical Lab Scientist
  • Forensic Biologist

Typical pay: $48,000–$72,000 early-career (varies; PhD significantly higher)

A Biology major covers cellular and molecular biology, genetics, organismal biology, ecology, evolution, and physiology. Programs require a strong chemistry sequence (general and organic), physics, and calculus. Many BS-track programs require additional biochemistry and statistics. Common concentrations include Cell & Molecular, Ecology & Evolution, Marine, Microbiology, and Biotechnology.

Biology is the most common pre-medical major and a strong feeder into PhD programs in biological sciences. Graduates work in research labs, biotech, pharmaceutical, environmental, and clinical fields.

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