Overview

In the Zoology major at California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt you will take courses in physiology, ecology, anatomy, and classification of animal groups, with many opportunities for field research in our diverse local habitats, as well as laboratory study.

Careers

Favorable opportunities can be expected for biological scientists with advanced degrees and for bachelor's candidates with outstanding educational and experiential backgrounds.

Employment in the life sciences is expected to grow due to recent advances in genetic research, advances in biological technology, and efforts to conserve the environment.

Zookeepers
Veterinarians
Veterinary Assistants
Museum Curators
Museum Managers
Federal and State Agency Biologists
Scientific Illustrators
Naturalists
Biological Consultants
National or State Park Interpreters
Science Educators
Scientific Writers

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Invertebrate Zoology

Freshwater Aquatic Invertebrates

General Entomology

Comparative Animal Behavior

Comparative Anatomy of the Vertebrates

Animal Physiology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2028-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-10-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Arcata, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

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General requirements

Application Fee of U.S. $70.00 (non-refundable) can be paid online when applying on Cal State Apply.

Submit the Certification of Financial Support [PDF] along with a Bank Statement or Letter verifying funding

Send a photocopy of your passport photo page

A Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale on high school coursework/examinations

English Language Proficiency

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

17494 USD / year

≈ 17494 USD / year
Out-of-State

17494 USD / year

≈ 17494 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

6838 USD / year

≈ 6838 USD / year

Additional Details

Non-resident students pay an additional $444 per unit on top of base tuition.

Living costs

Arcata

United States

1100 - 1600 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

Careers

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Additional Details

Living costs

Arcata

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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