Biology Programs
Biology offers a diverse array of undergraduate and graduate programs tailored to various interests and career goals within the biological sciences. Whether you are interested in natural history, academic research, healthcare, medical professions, and education you will find an exciting array of degree options with flexible coureswork delivery styles to meet your needs. Every student is assigned an academic adviser that will help you optimize your educational experience and future career.
Undergraduate Programs
Biology
Biology: Biodiversity, Ecology, and Evolution (B.S.)
This general biology program delves into the interactions between organisms and their environments and the phenomena that have led to the diversity of life on Earth. The program includes a broad focus on ecological dynamics, evolutionary biology, conservation, biodiversity, comparative and functional genomics, comparative anatomy, environmental biology, and natural resources. Students gain hands-on experience through fieldwork, research projects, and interdisciplinary coursework. Students are prepared for a variety of career and continued education paths including veterinary science, government agencies (Department of Natural Resources, Pollution Control Agency, Fish and Wildlife, Environmental Protection Agency), academia, graduate programs, museums, zoos, botanical gardens and horticulture, and more.Biology Education
Life Science Education (B.S.)
Ideal for those passionate about teaching, this program combines rigorous biological science coursework with pedagogical training. Graduates are well-equipped to educate the next generation of scientists in secondary schools or other educational settings.
Medical Sciences
Biomedical Science (B.S.)
Designed for students aiming for careers in healthcare, research, or biotechnology, this program covers human biology, physiology, and disease mechanisms. Emphasis is placed on laboratory skills, clinical applications, and cutting-edge biomedical research.
Medical Laboratory Science (B.S.)
A program that prepares individuals to conduct and supervise complex medical tests, clinical trials, and research experiments; manage clinical laboratories; and consult with physicians and clinical researchers on diagnoses, disease causation and spread, and research outcomes. Includes instruction in the theory and practice of hematology; clinical chemistry; microbiology; immunology; immunohematology; physiological relationships to test results; laboratory procedures and quality assurance controls; test and research design and implementation; analytic techniques; laboratory management and personnel supervision; data development and reporting; medical informatics; and professional standards and regulations.
Radiologic Technology (B.S.)
As a radiologic technology student you will learn how to work closely with patients and how to take conventional clinical X-ray images. You will be educated in anatomy, patient positioning, examination techniques, equipment protocols and radiation safety. After graduating you may specialize in one or more specific techniques such as bone densitometry, interventional radiography, computed tomography, mammography, and magnetic resonance imaging.
Histotechnician Certificate
The Histotechnician Certificate program offers undergraduate students a unique opportunity to enter the fast-growing field of histotechnology. This specialized program provides comprehensive training in the preparation of biological tissues for microscopic examination, a critical process in medical research and diagnostics. Students will gain hands-on experience with state-of-the-art laboratory techniques, including tissue processing, embedding, sectioning, and staining.
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology: Biotechnology (B.S.)
This program provides an in-depth understanding of the molecular mechanisms that underpin biological processes. Students study biochemistry, genetics, and cellular biology, preparing them for advanced research or careers in areas such as pharmaceuticals and biotechnology.
Graduate Programs
Biological Sciences Master of Science (M.S.)
Graduate programs in our department includes a Master of Science (M.S.) in the Biological Sciences that provides hands-on research experiences in a variety of disciplines that is perfect for preparing students for academic research, continued doctoral education, medical school, and healthcare professions.
Biology for Educators Certificate
The Biology for Educators graduate certificate is designed for teachers to enhance their knowledge and training through advanced content in biology. Completion of the certificate fulfills the path-to-18 requirement to teach Senior-to-Sophomore or College-in-the-Schools courses in biology.