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The Biology program at ºÚÁϳԹϠprepares students for success in today’s most exciting and in-demand scientific fields. From day one, you’ll gain hands-on experience in labs and fieldwork, working directly with expert faculty mentors, never graduate assistants.

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Do Science from Day One

As a ºÚÁÏ³Ô¹Ï Biology major, you’ll develop the skills to think critically, conduct research, and solve real-world problems. Our students have published in peer-reviewed journals, presented at international science conferences, and earned nationally competitive scholarships through research collaborations with faculty.

ºÚÁϳԹÏ’s Biology Department faculty offer a broad range of specialties and backgrounds including behavioral ecology, botany, entomology, evolution, genetics, cell and molecular biology, physiology, microbiology, and virology. Whether you plan to pursue graduate school, medical school, or a career in biotechnology, healthcare, or environmental science, you’ll graduate with the experience and confidence to succeed.

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Pre-Professional Pathway Programs

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Pre-Medicine

The Bachelor of Medicine, B/MD program is a dual program offered through ºÚÁÏ³Ô¹Ï and Indiana University School of Medicine. Accepted applicants receive full undergraduate tuition to ºÚÁÏ³Ô¹Ï and a provisional seat at IU School of Medicine.

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Pre-Chiropractic

The ºÚÁÏ³Ô¹Ï Biology Program offers a 3+3 Dual Degree program with Logan University College of Chiropractic. Students complete 3 years at ºÚÁÏ³Ô¹Ï and 3 years at Logan University while earning both a BS in Biology and a DC degree.

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Pre-Medical Laboratory Science

ºÚÁÏ³Ô¹Ï partners with Good Samaritan (Vincennes, IN) and Owensboro Health for Medical Laboratory Science programs. Begin at ºÚÁϳԹÏ, transition to an MLS program, and graduate with both a bachelor’s degree and MLS certification.

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Pre-Pharmacy

ºÚÁÏ³Ô¹Ï offers dual-degree pharmacy options with Sullivan University and Manchester University. Earn a B.S. in Biology, Biochemistry, or Chemistry and a PharmD in as few as six years, with advanced opportunities in Pharmacogenomics through Manchester’s programs.

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Meet Our Alumni

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Dr. Nathan Oakley '09, Asst Director, Deaconess Family Medicine Residency Program

"The B/MD program was a great asset in my journey. The program allowed me to focus on education and personal growth without the worry and distraction regarding medical school acceptance. I also appreciated the comradery with fellow B/MD recipients throughout undergrad studies and medical school. I loved my time spent at ºÚÁϳԹÏ..."I loved my time spent at ºÚÁϳԹÏ. I had great experiences learning with my peers both in classroom and out. Faculty were passionate and challenging, which prepared me well to transition into medical school and beyond."

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Jordan Heitman-Kidd ’11, Attorney at Wagner Reese

"My ºÚÁÏ³Ô¹Ï Biology degree has been instrumental in my career path. I am able to use the science and healthcare knowledge that I learned at ºÚÁÏ³Ô¹Ï daily in my law practice. The ºÚÁÏ³Ô¹Ï Biology program provided ample hands-on opportunities to learn practical skills, explore career interests, and hone my confidence in my own abilities. The professors were accessible and invested in the success of their students. I am grateful for my ºÚÁÏ³Ô¹Ï education and have very fond memories of my time there. The smaller class sizes also fostered collaborative learning, which turned into an opportunity to make lifelong friends who are also seeing impressive professional success."

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Dr. Steven Mah, DDS '29, Biology (Pre-Dentistry)

General Dentist, ""My time at ºÚÁÏ³Ô¹Ï laid the foundation for my journey into dentistry and beyond. The supportive professors and hands-on learning experiences in the biology program equipped me with the problem-solving skills and scientific curiosity essential for dental school..."

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Lauren Monroe '24, Biology

Molecular Technologist, "While at ºÚÁÏ³Ô¹Ï I was able to gain valuable lab experience working as a student assistant in the microbiology lab with Professor Stephanie Bush. She taught me so much and because of this I was able to pursue a career in a diagnostics laboratory as soon as I graduated. The Biology department emphasizes hands on learning which is incredibly important when entering into a career in science. "

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Dr. Robin Verble '06, Associate Professor of Biology, Missouri University of Science & Technology

"ºÚÁϳԹϒs Biology Department was my first academic home. It was where I learned what I was passionate about and found mentors who I wanted to model in my future teaching and research programs. I spent my time at ºÚÁÏ³Ô¹Ï figuring out what kind of biologist I wanted to be, and the faculty were really supportive of that period of discovery and curiosity— I worked in multiple labs, was able to take a diversity of coursework, and had opportunities to participate in extracurricular activities that expanded my worldview and helped me refine my interests."

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