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Biology, B.S.

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Courses in biology provide quality academic experiences through intensive classroom instruction integrated with hands-on activities during laboratory sessions. Activities include research, summer programs and honor societies. A student who desires to pursue a career in health professions such as medicine, dentistry, or veterinary medicine should complete the biology major program with a minor in chemistry.

Complete the Following

A major in biology requires a minimum of thirty-seven semester hours as follows:

Total Hours: 37 Minimum

Cognate Courses

The following cognate science courses are required for a major in biology:

Additional Information

A minor in Chemistry is strongly recommended.

Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Biology

First Year

First Semester

Total Hours: 16.5

Second Semester

Total Hours: 16.5

Second Year

First Semester

Total Hours: 14

Second Semester

Total Hours: 17

Third Year

First Semester

Total Hours: 16

Second Semester

Total Hours: 16

Fourth Year

First Semester

Total Hours: 12

Second Semester

Total Hours: 12

Total of Hours for the Degree: 120

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