Boston University Biology

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      Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these fields. Read more about natural sciences managers in our career profile section.
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      • Total Employment (2008): 44,600
      • Total Employment Projected (2018): 51,500
      • Percent Job Growth: 6.90%
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      Research or study basic principles of plant and animal life, such as origin, relationship, development, anatomy, and functions. Read more about biologists in our career profile section.
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    Biology
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    Overall
    All Students169146914
     
    By Gender
    Male635715
    Female1068989
     
    By Race
    Non-Resident Alien53-2
    American Indian11--
    Black33--
    Asian33303-
    Hispanic77--
    White847725
    Unknown362547
     
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