All our Biology degrees enable students to develop the skills in critical thinking, quantitative problem-solving, and scientific research that provides the foundation for success in future biological endeavors. With the help of your faculty advisor, you can tailor your coursework to meet your educational and post-graduation ambitions.
The flexible BA degree in Biology from Seattle University provides a broad array of scientific training in biology. The major is designed for students who want to make biology the focus of their education but who may also want to combine it with other areas of study. Compared to the BS degrees, the BA requires fewer credits in physics, math, and chemistry while providing choices across the biology curriculum. Students often pair this major with a second major or a minor.
The all-purpose BS degree in Biology from Seattle University prepares students with a solid scientific foundation in biology. The major is designed for students who want to emphasize the breadth of training across biological disciplines. Compared to the more specialized BS degrees, the BS in Biology allows for greater flexibility within the biology curriculum. This flexibility and breadth enables students to pursue a wider range of biology-related paths toward future career goals.
The specialized BS degree in Cellular and Molecular Biology equips students with the tools they need to succeed in the rapidly growing fields of biotechnology and biomedical research. The major is designed for students who want to focus on understanding recent scientific advances in areas of genetics, bioinformatics, biotechnology, genomics, immunology, cell biology and more. Seattle is a hub for biotechnology and biomedical research, providing students the opportunity to work in front-line research and clinical labs.
The specialized BS degree in Marine and Conservation Biology provides students with field experiences to engage with relevant local and global environmental issues. The major is designed for students who want to focus on exploring biodiversity, the web of relationships among organisms, the changing dynamics of ecosystems, and more. Seattle's proximity to mountain ranges, old growth forests, lakes, and rivers, as well as the marine habitats of Puget Sound and the open coast serve as living laboratories for our courses and research endeavors.
The Biology Minor is an academic degree that stimulates a student’s curiosity for the field of biology by providing specialized knowledge in the life sciences. This 30-credit program includes a year-long 15-credit introductory series and 15 credits of biology electives.
BIOL REQ - Dental School (from the American Dental Association)
This guide includes Seattle U Biology courses required and recommended for entry into a typical dental school. For DDS programs, application processes usually begin a year or more in advance of anticipated admission, and most schools require the Dental Admission Test (DAT). Specific course and testing requirements vary among schools; please check prerequisites of each school to which you will apply.
Other careers in the dental field include hygiene, assisting, and public health. Dental and dental-related education programs at the post-secondary level may be searched at the ADA's Council on Dental Accreditation website.
These guides include the Seattle U Biology courses required and recommended for entry into a typical medical school and physician’s assistant program (refer to association links below for details). Specific course requirements vary among schools; please check prerequisites of each school to which you will apply.
BIOL REQ - Medical School -- from the Association of American Medical Colleges
BIOL REQ - Physician Assistant Program -- from the American Academy of Physician Assistants
For MD programs, application processes often begin a year or more in advance of anticipated admission, and the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) is usually required. For PA programs, application deadlines range widely, beginning over a year in advance, and the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is often required. Consult with individual institutions for details.
These guides include the Seattle U Biology courses required and recommended for entry into typical pharmacy (for Pharm.D.) and physical therapy (for Doctor of Physical Therapy) schools. The American Physical Therapy Association also has information on Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) training. Refer to Association links below for details for all programs. Specific course requirements vary among schools; please check prerequisites of each school to which you will apply.
BIOL REQ - Pharmacy School -- from the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy
BIOL REQ - Physical Therapy School (DPT) -- from the American Physical Therapy Association
Application deadlines range widely, beginning over a year in advance. For the physical therapy programs, the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is often required. Most pharmacy programs require the Pharmacy College Admissions Test (PCAT). Consult with individual institutions for details.
BIOL REQ - Public or Global Health Program
This guide includes Seattle U Biology courses recommended for entry into a typical public health or global health program. Specific course requirements vary among schools; please check prerequisites of each school to which you will apply.
BIOL REQ - Veterinary School -- from the Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges
This guide includes the Seattle U Biology courses required and recommended for entry into a typical veterinary school (for Doctor of Veterinary Medicine programs). Specific course requirements vary among schools; please check prerequisites of each school to which you will apply.
The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is required by most veterinary schools, and some also require the Biology Subject GRE. The Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) is also accepted by some schools in place of the GRE. The application process typically begins over a year in advance. Consult with individual institutions for details.
Please visit our webpage located at the Science and Engineering Advising Center to get more information about the Post-Baccalaureate Pre Professional Health Studies Certificate.