The program at Rensselaer emphasizes modern molecular, cellular, organismal and systems biology to provide you with strong experimental, quantitative, physical, and chemistry skills.

Biological Sciences students can major in Biology, Biochemistry & Biophysics, Bioinformatics & Molecular Biology, or apply for enrollment in our Accelerated Physician-Scientist Program.

Biology is a vast field that examines the structure, function, growth, origin, evolution, ecology, and biodiversity of living species. The program at Rensselaer emphasizes modern molecular, cellular, organismal and systems biology to provide you with strong experimental, quantitative, physical, and chemistry skills. Courses also train you in analytical problem-solving skills using cutting-edge research approaches and technologies.