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2025-2026

Major:

Biology (B.A.)

The B.A. and the B.S. in biology can both provide students with the experience and knowledge necessary to have a successful career. A B.A. in biology requires 20 approved hours from Math, Physics, or Chemistry department courses. The B.A. has a more flexible supporting area and is a particularly appealing option for students who would like to combine their biology degree with another area of emphasis.

Departments/Programs:

Biology Major (B.A., 31 hours plus a 20-hour supporting program)
Biology Core12 hours
BIO 1400FYW Introduction to Biological Inquiry4 hours
BIO 2200 Genetics and Cell Biology4 hours
BIO 2300 Ecology and Evolution4 hours
Biology Electives 16 hours
Must take at least one lab course from Areas A and B.  

Area A. Cellular, Developmental and Molecular Biology

4 hours

Area B. Population and Ecological Biology

4 hours
Additional Biology Electives8 hours
Capstone3 hours
BIO 4990 Senior Capstone3 hours

BIO 1080 Microbiology, BIO 1090 Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology I, and BIO 1100 Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology II may not fulfill biology major requirements.

Required Supporting Program20 hours

An approved supporting program of 20 hours is also required, normally comprised of courses from the Math, Physics, or Chemistry departments. Required Supporting Program Courses: