12 Bachelor's degrees offered by the university

The Astronomy at The University of Iowa is designed for students who wish to build considerable knowledge in astronomy but do not plan a research-oriented career in the field. It is appropriate for students planning careers in secondary school science teaching or science-related administration.

The National Academy of Science defines Sustainability Science at the The University of Iowa as "an emerging field dealing with the interactions between natural and social systems and how those interactions affect the challenge of sustainability: meeting the needs of present and future generations while substantially reducing poverty and conserving the planet's life support systems."

The bachelor program in  Biochemistry, offered by The University of Iowa, is the study of the basic biological and chemical processes that occur in all living systems. It is an area suited to students who enjoy science and math and who may be considering a career as a research scientist.

The bachelor degree in Science Education provides preparation in more than one discipline of science; a consideration of science from a philosophical, historical, and sociological perspective; an introduction to applied science (technology); and an education sequence. This program is offered by The University of Iowa. 

Mathematics is one of the oldest and most basic sciences, yet it is the foundation for some of the most dynamic and rapidly growing professions. The bachelor degree in Mathematics is offered by The University of Iowa.

The Department of Chemistry at The University of Iowa is committed to providing its undergraduate students with the skills needed to comprehend and confront the scientific challenges of the new century.

The Microbiology at The University of Iowa is the branch of biology that studies the smallest living things: bacteria, fungi, algae, protozoa, and viruses. It also studies immunology—how higher organisms respond to foreign substances.

The undergraduate program in Statistics, offered by The University of Iowa, provides students with fundamental knowledge and skills related to probability, mathematical statistics, data analysis, and statistical computing.

Physics and astronomy students are driven to understand the nature of space, time, and matter from the quantum level to the outer reaches of the universe. They are intellectually curious, bright, and confident individuals preparing to make their mark in a wide range of careers. We offer a bachelor degree in Physics at The University of Iowa. 

The interdepartmental studies major at Iowa allows students to create a course of study that complements their educational and career goals. The bachelor program in Interdepartmental Studies is offered by The University of Iowa.

The Biology at The University of Iowa offers undergraduate and graduate programs that prepare students for careers in a wide variety of fields such as health science or biological research, technology, and education.

Understanding how the brain performs its functions and gives rise to cognition, learning, and behavior is one of the last frontiers of science. We are in an era of intense interest in Neuroscience at the The University of Iowa, the field of scientific inquiry focused on explaining how the brain works.