Biology Major and Emphasis Areas
The biology major is focused on preparing students for graduate work or a career in biological sciences. Students within the major are encouraged to complete an internship within their area of specialization or complete a research project under the direction of a faculty mentor. These opportunities provide real-life experiences which have resulted in employment opportunities or graduate school admission for many of our students.
Biology Core Courses
Non-Biology Core Requirements:
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A major in biology consists of BIOL298, 498, 150, 150L, 152, 152L, 310, 310L, 331, 331L, 338; MATH140 or 141; CHEM 130or 140, 130L or 140L, 131 or 141, 131L or 141L,310 or 320, 310L or 320L, 311 or 321, 311L or 321L, and 400; PHYS 250, 250L or 252, and 251, 251L or 253; and 27 hours of electives should be taken from the following: BIOL 300, 302, 305, 320, 320L, 322, 322L, 323, 323L, 330, 330L, 340, 347, 412, 412L, 413, 413L, 415, 420, 430, 440, or 499.
Students wishing to enter medical school are encouraged to complete BIOL 300, 302, 412, 412L, 440, CHEM 450, and MATH 142.