Overview

Key facts

The mission of the undergraduate program in Biology is to provide students with in-depth knowledge in the discipline, from molecular biology to ecology. Students in the program learn to think and analyze information critically, to draw connections among the different areas of biology, and to communicate their ideas effectively to the scientific community.

The major exposes students to the scientific process through a set of core courses and electives from a range of subdisciplines. The Biology major serves as preparation for professional careers, including medicine, dentistry, veterinary sciences, teaching, consulting, research, and field studies.

Career options:

This foundation of knowledge, plus laboratory experience, also prepares students well for research and technical positions in universities, government, and industry.

While a major in Biology - Marine Biology from Stanford University provides an excellent background for these technical careers, it can also serve as a valuable and satisfying focus of a liberal arts education for those not planning careers in science-related fields. An understanding of basic biological principles is of increasing importance in today's world.

A knowledgeable and concerned citizenry is the best guarantee that these issues will be resolved most effectively. Finally, an understanding of the processes of life can heighten our perception and appreciation of the world around us, in terms of its beauty, variety, and uniqueness.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Problem solving in infectious disease

Science as a Creative Process

Ecology

Genetics

Evolution

Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

Physiology

Microbiology Experiments

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-01-05 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Biology Microbiology Marine Science View 345 other Bachelors in Microbiology in United States

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Coalition Application or Common Application
$90 nonrefundable application fee or fee waiver request
ACT or SAT (Writing/Essay not required) (refer to testing for score reporting policies)
School Report and counselor letter of recommendation
Official transcript(s)
Letters of recommendation from two teachers
Midyear transcript (by February 15)
Standardized testing is one of the application requirements that can highlight academic preparedness. There are no minimum test scores required to be admitted to Stanford, and there is no score that guarantees admission. At Stanford, we review applications holistically, meaning every component of the application is valuable to us as we get to know each student.

Tuition Fee

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International

43418 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 21709 USD per semester during 48 months.
National

43418 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 21709 USD per semester during 48 months.
In-State

43418 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 21709 USD per semester during 48 months.

Tuition per quarter. Students are typically enrolled in classes for three quarters: autumn, winter, spring.

Living costs for Stanford

1100 - 1600 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Biology - Marine Biology.

Available Scholarships

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