Biology

Biology is a field high in demand for many reasons, Due to its diverse nature, the biology graduate can go in many different directions after college. Most fields that biology graduates enter pay well and are constantly in high demand. If you are really serious about majoring in biology, the best step is to look for schools with state of the art laboratories and classrooms as well as healthy internship or co-op opportunities. There are also great student chapters of Professional Biological Associations to join in the biology field. Do so at your earliest chance as they will be a great source of career information, and lasting friendships.

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"As a Biology major, you also have the option to choose a pre-professional track in physical therapy, occupational therapy, physician assistant, pre-optometry, pre-dentistry, pre-veterinary science, or pre-med. From the time you arrive on campus until you graduate, you’ll be guided by a faculty advisor."
(Provided By: Ohio Northern University)

"The strength of a major in the Department of Biological Sciences is flexibility. You can concentrate on molecular biology, cell biology, or system physiology, or take a different approach by studying ecology, plant biology, or microbiology." 
(Provided by: Marquette University)

"The Department of Biology investigates a wide range of research questions across the vast disciplines of the biological sciences. Our interdisciplinary faculty have research interests in areas ranging from single cells to entire systems and questions ranging from why we need sex to the origin of diseases at the cellular level." 
(Provided by: The University of Iowa)

"Biology is the foundation of all life sciences and provides the core knowledge to pursue professional studies in medicine, pharmacy, dentistry, and more."
(Provided by: The University of the Sciences)

"Studying  Biology can lead to many career paths, from pursuing graduate degrees in the life sciences or in health-related fields, to research or teaching. Our rigorous and engaging biology curriculum focuses on connecting theoretical principles to laboratory practice. Our distinguished Biology faculty also provides excellent opportunities for our students to actively participate in their research projects." 
(Provided by: Western New England University)

"As a Biology major at William Peace University, you’ll have the opportunity to explore challenging and cutting-edge coursework including microbiology, biochemistry, cellular biology, and molecular biology. Students in the biology program enjoy small class sizes with experienced faculty members who take a stake in their future." 
(Provided By: William Peace University)

"Students are not expected simply to master current biological knowledge. Rather, they are encouraged and expected to understand biology as a dynamic body of knowledge. Methods of producing new knowledge and using concepts to further understanding are two major goals of the program."
(Provided By: Schreiner University)

"Because Biology is such a broad discipline, many students choose to concentrate in one area, and others prefer to remain generalists. Pre-Professional preparation is available for students wishing to pursue careers in human or veterinary medicine, dentistry, public health, or other health-related fields." 
(Provided by: The University of Vermont)