B.S. in Biological Sciences

The Department of Biological Sciences offers a major leading to the Bachelor of Science degree. The program prepares you for employment in a variety of biological areas in government, education, and industry, for entrance into graduate study in a biological discipline, and for professional schools such as medical, dental, podiatric medicine, optometry, veterinary medicine and pharmacy.

Interested in teaching? With some additional coursework and student teaching, you can earn certification to teach at the middle school and high school levels (biology and general science).

Learn more about the track of courses that will prepare you for professional school exams.

For required coursework for the B.S. in biological sciences, check the current undergraduate catalog. The four-year degree path provides a typical schedule for completion.

Research Opportunities 

Our faculty members provide opportunities for undergraduate students to join them in performing research. Learn about current faculty research projects.