The Department of Biological Sciences offers programs for students preparing for careers in education, laboratory and field research, biotechnology, environmental sciences, medical laboratory sciences, cytotechnology, nuclear medicine technology, food science technology, and pre-professional programs including pre-medicine, pre-dental, and pre-veterinary medicine.

Our Department

Biology programs are housed in the Department of Biological Sciences

Our Curriculum

The biology major offers a core program intended to develop a common background in biology and additional upper-level courses designed to provide specialized options.

Careers in this field

  • Biologist
  • Bioinformatics Scientist
  • Microbiologist
  • Zoologist and Wildlife Biologist

Biology, BS General Non Specialized

Students can complete the requirements for a Biology B.S. by selecting the general non-specialized biology major or one of the alternative specialized emphases.

Biology, BS Biomedical and Cellular Biology

A critical understanding and awareness of cellular and molecular physiology is necessary for future leaders pursuing careers in healthcare, translational, or essential scientific discovery.

Biology, BS Organismal Biology and Ecology

The Biology BS: Organismal and Ecology emphasis is for students fascinated with the diversity of living things and the biology of populations, communities, and ecosystems.

Biology, BS Clinical and Diagnostic Sciences Cytotechnology

Cytotechnology involves the microscopic study of cells for evidence of disease and cancer.

Biology, BS Clinical and Diagnostic Sciences Medical Laboratory Sciences

The medical laboratory science profession involves the analysis of blood, body fluids, tissues, and cells to aid in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease.

Biology, BS Clinical and Diagnostic Sciences Nuclear Medicine Technology

Nuclear Medicine Technology is a highly specialized allied healthcare field that utilizes radioactive materials in diagnosis, treatment of disease, and medical research.

Biology, Minor

The Biology Minor is a general introduction to the biological sciences and is a great addition to any major. It is under the College of Science, Engineering and Technology,

Biology, Master of Science (MS)

Program requirements for Master of Science in Biology.