The program offered by is built around core studies in anatomy, physiology, behavior, and animal diversity in the context of broad perspective in genetics, evolution, and ecology. Our students learn modern scientific and analytical skills in classroom, field, and research settings.
Strengths of the program
- Build a strong foundation in the sciences and use the program's flexible options to focus on what interests you.
- Small class sizes in advanced courses.
- Opportunities for one-on-one research with biology faculty, including field and laboratory experiences.
- Gain skills in research design, data analysis, DNA and cell biological techniques, physiological diagnostics, ecological and environmental assessment, phylogenetic and evolutionary analysis, global complex systems analysis, computer modeling and simulations, scientific writing, and professional communications.
- Coursework and experiences designed to prepare students for graduate and professional schools.
- Math, science, and engineering community residence halls help you get into classes together with your hall-mates and provide opportunities for group study, tutoring, and computer lab access.
- Conner Museum of Natural History has animal skins, skeletons, and taxidermy mounts for research and study.
Career
- Medicine, dentistry, and health fields
- Physical and occupational therapy
- Veterinary medicine
- Animal care and rehabilitation
- Zoo and marine park administration
- Fisheries and wildlife biology
- Conservation and resource management
- Environmental assessment
- Biotechnology and genetic engineering
- Forensics and pathology
- Public policy
- Science education
- Science writing and journalism
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