Biology: Bachelor of Arts

The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Biology is designed to allow students to combine coursework in biology with classes towards a major or minor in a liberal arts field, business, or education.  It is appropriate for students preparing for admission to master's degree programs in physical therapy, hospital administration, and genetic counseling; it can also be used to meet admission requirements for programs in occupational therapy, optometry, environmental law, scientific illustration, public health, and science communication, among many possibilities. This is a more flexible program than the traditional biology major on which it is based. The degree program requires 120 credit hours.

University Core Requirements  -- 30 credit hours

The two core science and core mathematics requirements are satisfied by the major and degree requirement classes listed below.

College Requirements, B.A. -- 21-33 credit hours

Major Requirements -- 35 credit hours

Degree Requirements -- 11-12 credit hours

General Electives -- 10-23 credit hours

Total Credit Hours -- 120