1. Arizona State University Tempe
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  4. BS Biological Sciences in Biology and Society

BS Biological Sciences in Biology and Society

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Arizona State University Tempe

Program Overview

The BS program in biology and society focuses on training biology students to understand the social context of their science; to ask how and why a biological problem has been and should be studied. Students explore the ways in which policy decisions shape and are shaped by biological research and they investigate the meaning and significance of the life sciences in understanding our complex world. The biology and society curriculum is highly individualized. This unique degree is home to world-class researchers and teachers in diverse fields, including bioscience ethics, history and philosophy of science, science communication, science education and science policy, all brought together under one program. Students have the opportunity to work with many renowned scholars in independent study and research projects.

Program Key Stats

$32387 (Annual cost)



83 %

Eligibility Criteria

2.6
30
65

1120
6.5
80

Additional Information & Requirements

Official high school transcripts, Top 25% in high school graduating class, Typical SAT scores: Math (520-640), Critical reading (510-630), ACT Composite (23-28), Average GPA 3.49

Career Options

  • Industry
  • Government
  • Clinical practice
  • Education

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