The B.A. in Biology is designed for students who are interested in the natural sciences and desire a high degree of flexibility in their program of study. It provides a broad background in the biological sciences, maximum flexibility to choose electives in the major, and opportunity to pursue coursework in other disciplines. It is most appropriate for students who wish to combine their study of biology with another discipline. As examples, a student interested in applying to graduate programs in medical illustration may choose to combine the B.A. in Biology with a minor in Studio Art; a student interested in applying to graduate programs in science, health, or environmental journalism may choose to combine the B.A. in Biology with a minor in English; or a student interested in applying to graduate programs in environmental law may choose to combine the B.A. in Biology with additional coursework in English, history, or criminal justice.
Although it is possible to enter professional programs with a B.A., this degree will not automatically fulfill requirements for entrance to most graduate programs in biology or to medical, dental, or veterinary schools. Students aspiring to these career paths are encouraged to follow a B.S. curriculum, which includes math, chemistry, and physics courses generally required for admission to these programs.
Criteria for Admission to Program
Students pursuing a degree in biology are officially admitted to the program upon satisfying the following criteria:
2.0 GPA for all university work completed at time of admission to program.
Grades of C or better in the following core courses:
