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2022-2023 Catalog 
    
2022-2023 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Biology, B.S.


The Bachelor of Science in Biology degree is intended for students who plan to a) enter graduate studies in biology or related fields, or b) enter health professional schools in medicine, dentistry, veterinary, pharmacy, or related fields. This degree differs from the Bachelor of Arts in content depth and optimal preparation for professional careers.  It is highly recommended that students compare these degree requirements with the admissions requirements of the schools to which they plan to apply, as some variation may occur.  Department advisors will work closely with students in this major to help them meet those requirements.

Minimum of 120 credit required, including 48 upper-division credits.

General University Course Requirements: 36-39 credits


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Biology Track


Capstone Science Electives: 3 credits


Choose 3 credits from the following, with advisor approval

Free Electives: 6-7 credits


At least 5 credits must be upper-division

Biomedical Track


Upper-Division Science Electives: 15 credits


Choose 15 credits from the following, with advisor approval

Capstone Science Electives: 3 credits


Choose 3 credits from the following, with advisor approval

Suggested Electives: 6-7 credits


Choose 6-7 credits from the following, with advisor approval. At least 5 credits must be upper-division.