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About 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.

While Entomology offers degrees up to the Masters degree, most students study towards a Doctors degree research scholarship. Students major in Entomology all over the country, though the major at the Masters degree level sees the most graduates in Florida. The average annual income for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in Entomology is $35,600.

Popularity of Entomology Degrees in the U.S.
This heat map represents the states that have the highest percent of Entomology degrees compared to all other degrees awarded in that state.
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Careers

Some of the highest paying careers for Entomology majors include Natural Sciences Managers, Biological Scientists, All Other and Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary. But, something else to consider is how much demand there is for specific careers. Jobs that are in high need that a degree in Entomology can prepare you for are Natural Sciences Managers, Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary and Biological Scientists, All Other.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Entomology majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Entomology majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
149
Female Students
85 (57%)
Male Students
64 (42%)
White (89, 60%)
U.S. Nonresident (20, 13%)
Hispanic or Latino (16, 11%)
Two or more races (14, 9%)
Asian (5, 3%)
Race/ethnicity unknown (4, 3%)
Black or African American (1, 1%)
American Indian or Alaska Native (0, <1%)
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander (0, <1%)

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