Biology

Through a sequence of core courses, the biology major provides students with a comprehensive study of the various sub-disciplines of biology including cell and molecular biology, organismal biology, genetics, and ecology. Opportunities for research, independent study, and practical internships further strengthen each student's degree and r sum . The major is a flexible program that contains four unique tracks: Cellular and Molecular Biology, Environmental Biology, General Biology, and Pre-Medical/Pre-Professional Biology. After completing the biology core requirements, students are able to select from a wide variety of science electives to prepare for any profession in the biological sciences: Clinical Health Sciences, including medical, dental, veterinary, physician assistant, doctor of nurse practitioner, public health, physical therapy, chiropractic, etc.; Research Sciences, including biomedical industry, M.S. and Ph.D. programs in cellular and molecular biology, plant and environmental science, forensic science, genetics, etc.