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Best Colleges for Biology in Kentucky

The best colleges for a Biology degree in Kentucky, led by University of Kentucky, Georgetown College and University of the Cumberlands. Each school is shown with its acceptance rate, tuition, and average SAT so you can weigh Biology programs side by side.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best college for Biology in Kentucky?

Based on our rankings, University of Kentucky is the top-ranked college for Biology in Kentucky. Other top choices include Georgetown College, University of the Cumberlands, Western Kentucky University.

What are the best Biology schools?

The best Biology schools, based on program-specific federal data including median earnings and graduate counts, are University of Kentucky, Georgetown College, University of the Cumberlands. Our rankings use College Scorecard field-of-study data rather than editorial opinion.

How much does it cost to study Biology?

The average out-of-state tuition among top Biology programs is approximately $28,280 per year. However, costs vary significantly — many schools offer generous financial aid packages that can reduce the effective cost.

How long does it take to get a Biology degree?

A bachelor's degree in Biology typically takes four years of full-time study. Some programs offer accelerated tracks or combined bachelor's-to-master's options that can extend or shorten the timeline.

How are these Biology rankings determined?

Our major rankings are independently calculated from U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard field-of-study (CIP) data — primarily median earnings 4 years after graduation and program scale (graduate count), with a 10+ annual graduates minimum per program. They are not derived from US News or any other publication.

Career outcomes for Biology graduates

Among the top 10 ranked Biology programs, the average early-career salary is approximately $46,825 per year. Below are the highest-paying Biology programs based on federal College Scorecard earnings data reported by graduates four years after completion.

  1. 1. University of Kentucky — Lexington, KY · 92.9% acceptance · SAT 1,215 · $34,140 tuition · 71% grad rate
  2. 2. Georgetown College — Georgetown, KY · 91.1% acceptance · SAT 1,138 · $42,840 tuition · 49% grad rate
  3. 3. University of the Cumberlands — Williamsburg, KY · 98.8% acceptance · $9,875 tuition · 50% grad rate
  4. 4. Western Kentucky University — Bowling Green, KY · 93.9% acceptance · SAT 971 · $27,000 tuition · 56% grad rate
  5. 5. Murray State University — Murray, KY · 85.7% acceptance · SAT 1,133 · $19,836 tuition · 61% grad rate
  6. 6. Northern Kentucky University — Highland Heights, KY · 67.7% acceptance · SAT 1,087 · $21,912 tuition · 52% grad rate
  7. 7. Eastern Kentucky University — Richmond, KY · 77.6% acceptance · SAT 1,149 · $21,230 tuition · 50% grad rate
  8. 8. Berea College — Berea, KY · 19.3% acceptance · SAT 1,249 · $51,658 tuition · 58% grad rate
  9. 9. Morehead State University — Morehead, KY · 77.2% acceptance · $14,980 tuition · 52% grad rate
  10. 10. Lindsey Wilson College — Columbia, KY · $27,808 tuition · 44% grad rate
  11. 11. Thomas More University — Crestview Hills, KY · 90.4% acceptance · SAT 1,180 · $39,800 tuition · 41% grad rate

Best Colleges for Biology in Kentucky on PickACampus