Microbiology · North Carolina

Microbiology colleges in North Carolina

CampusPin lists 72 U.S. colleges in North Carolina that offer Microbiology programs. Compare tuition, acceptance rate, and enrollment in the table below, every figure links back to the institution's official IPEDS data.

Microbiology studies microorganisms, bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites, suiting students aiming for lab research, biotech, public health, and clinical or pharmaceutical work.

Schools in North Carolina that offer Microbiology

Microbiology programs in North Carolina: by the numbers

A quick comparison of the 50 schools (of 72 total) listed above, drawn from each institution's published IPEDS data.

Schools listed

72

Public / private

18 / 32

Universities / 2-year

40 / 10

Cities represented

34

In-state tuition range

$1,867–$65,805

Median in-state tuition

$18,696

Lowest published in-state tuition

Pamlico Community College

$1,867

Most selective

Duke University

7% acceptance

Largest by enrollment

North Carolina State University at Raleigh

36,389 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 Microbiology program

  • General microbiology, bacteriology, and aseptic laboratory technique
  • Virology and the biology of viruses and other infectious agents
  • Immunology and host-pathogen interactions
  • Microbial genetics and molecular biology
  • Microbial physiology and metabolism
  • Biochemistry and the supporting chemistry sequence (general, organic)
  • Lab methods (culturing, staining, microscopy, PCR, sequencing)
  • Senior research project or capstone in a microbiology lab

Where a Microbiology degree can lead

  • Microbiologists
  • Clinical / Medical Laboratory Scientist
  • Quality Control Microbiologist (pharma or food)
  • Biotech Research Associate
  • Public Health Laboratory Technician
  • PhD Microbiologist (academia or industry)

Typical pay: BLS, 2024 microbiologists median $87,330 (informational; varies by sector and degree)

A Microbiology major covers the structure, genetics, physiology, and ecology of microorganisms, including bacteriology, virology, immunology, and microbial genetics. Programs build on a strong chemistry sequence (general and organic), biochemistry, genetics, and statistics, and are lab-intensive, with extensive training in aseptic technique, culturing, and microscopy. Common areas of focus include medical microbiology, environmental and industrial microbiology, and microbial genetics or molecular biology.

The major is usually offered as a bachelor's degree and prepares graduates for laboratory and quality-control roles in biotechnology, pharmaceutical, food-safety, environmental, and clinical settings, as well as for medical, dental, and veterinary school. A bachelor's degree is the typical entry-level education for microbiologists, though independent and academic research positions generally require a master's or PhD.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a 2024 median annual wage of $87,330 for microbiologists, and BLS projects employment of microbiologists to grow 4.1% from 2024 to 2034.

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