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Best Colleges for Biology in Virginia

The best colleges for a Biology degree in Virginia, led by University of Virginia-Main Campus, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University and Washington and Lee University. 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 Virginia?

Based on our rankings, University of Virginia-Main Campus is the top-ranked college for Biology in Virginia. Other top choices include Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Washington and Lee University, University of Richmond.

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 Virginia-Main Campus, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Washington and Lee University. 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 $36,824 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 $72,348 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 Virginia-Main Campus — Charlottesville, VA · 16.8% acceptance · SAT 1,480 · $59,512 tuition · 96% grad rate
  2. 2. Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University — Blacksburg, VA · 54.8% acceptance · SAT 1,364 · $37,764 tuition · 86% grad rate
  3. 3. Washington and Lee University — Lexington, VA · 14% acceptance · SAT 1,498 · $68,045 tuition · 94% grad rate
  4. 4. University of Richmond — University of Richmond, VA · 22.2% acceptance · SAT 1,497 · $65,230 tuition · 85% grad rate
  5. 5. William & Mary — Williamsburg, VA · 34.1% acceptance · SAT 1,473 · $51,038 tuition · 89% grad rate
  6. 6. George Mason University — Fairfax, VA · 87.5% acceptance · SAT 1,274 · $38,688 tuition · 68% grad rate
  7. 7. James Madison University — Harrisonburg, VA · 71.5% acceptance · SAT 1,256 · $31,604 tuition · 80% grad rate
  8. 8. Hampton University — Hampton, VA · 62.3% acceptance · SAT 969 · $30,592 tuition · 57% grad rate
  9. 9. Old Dominion University — Norfolk, VA · 90.4% acceptance · SAT 1,197 · $33,780 tuition · 46% grad rate
  10. 10. Virginia Wesleyan University — Virginia Beach, VA · 72.9% acceptance · $37,500 tuition · 42% grad rate
  11. 11. Bridgewater College — Bridgewater, VA · 91.7% acceptance · SAT 1,180 · $16,090 tuition · 53% grad rate
  12. 12. Christopher Newport University — Newport News, VA · 86% acceptance · SAT 1,180 · $31,178 tuition · 72% grad rate
  13. 13. Hollins University — Roanoke, VA · 68% acceptance · SAT 1,230 · $43,560 tuition · 65% grad rate
  14. 14. Eastern Mennonite University — Harrisonburg, VA · 100% acceptance · $43,920 tuition · 57% grad rate
  15. 15. Liberty University — Lynchburg, VA · 99% acceptance · $22,465 tuition · 65% grad rate
  16. 16. Averett University — Danville, VA · 56.6% acceptance · SAT 1,135 · $38,550 tuition · 48% grad rate
  17. 17. Radford University — Radford, VA · 89.5% acceptance · SAT 1,060 · $25,633 tuition · 49% grad rate
  18. 18. Longwood University — Farmville, VA · 90.2% acceptance · SAT 1,120 · $27,978 tuition · 61% grad rate
  19. 19. Mary Baldwin University — Staunton, VA · $34,152 tuition · 39% grad rate
  20. 20. Virginia State University — Petersburg, VA · 88.6% acceptance · SAT 948 · $22,650 tuition · 39% grad rate
  21. 21. Norfolk State University — Norfolk, VA · 87.8% acceptance · SAT 927 · $21,682 tuition · 39% grad rate
  22. 22. Ferrum College — Ferrum, VA · 89% acceptance · $28,520 tuition · 32% grad rate

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