The Biology Department serves more than a thousand undergraduate majors and minors, and provides courses for students of all majors. Explore the links below for more information.
Advising
Find out how to arrange a meeting with a Biology Department advisor.
Major requirements
A description of the courses required to complete the Biology major.
Major requirements checklist (PDF)
A one-page summary of the major requirements
Recommended course sequences.
Course guides with suggested plans for completing a Biology major.
Courses Approved as Major Electives.
A list of courses that count as electives to fill Biology major requirements.
Declaring a Biology major.
Ready to become a Biology major? Here's how.
Integrative Experience
All students must complete an Integrative Experience requirement in their major, as part of the University's general education program.
Minor requirements
A description of the courses required to complete the Biology minor.
Departmental honors
Biology honors students may choose to complete departmental honors.
Study Abroad
Biology majors may choose to spend a semester or two in international or domestic exchange.
Biology course catalog
Descriptions of all Biology courses.
Course offerings 2022-23
Courses and instructors for the current academic year (PDF)
Learning goals
The Biology Department has established learning goals for its majors.
Research opportunities
We offer a range of opportunities for undergraduate participation in faculty research.
Awards and Scholarships
Each year, the Biology Department honors a few undergraduates with small scholarship awards.
Residential programs
The Biology Department sponsors two residential programs for first-year students.
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| bio_checklist_2022_form.pdf | 117 KB |
| newsletterfall2023.pdf | 666.2 KB |
Department of Biology