Overview

To accomplish our first goal we require course work that spans the entire field of biology, as well as course work that provides depth in at least one sub-discipline. Students who choose to major or minor in biology complete a common core program which includes two introductory courses that have been designed to explore four critical fields in modern biology: ecology, evolution, genetics, and cellular biology.

Course work beyond the introductory level provides depth by including taxon-based organismal courses, research methods courses, and a wide variety of upper-level courses that span the field of biology. We offer courses from across the breadth of the field each semester so that students can customize their major to achieve their own educational goals while providing preparation necessary to be successful in their future career.

The Biology major will prepare students to:

Think critically
Problem solve
Learn independently
Be biologically literate
Be able to effectively construct and communicate novel biological thinking both orally and in writing

While our courses' subject matter covers the diversity of the field of biology it maintains a common goal that places it within the tradition of the liberal arts education. Our courses emphasize both written and oral communication and all upper-level courses require independent study.

Each course at the Middlebury College emphasizes active learning rather than rote memorization by providing problems that require critical thinking in order to solve them. Connections are made at every opportunity between biological knowledge and other disciplines.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Ecology and Evolution
Cell Biology and Genetics
Invertebrate Biology
Comparative Vertebrate Biology
Biology of Plants
Biostatistics
Animal Behavior
Human Genetics
Global Change Biology
Sexual Selection
Tropical Ecology
Neural Disorders
Immunology
Developmental Biology
Molecular Genetics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-05 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

109

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IELTS

7.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Middlebury, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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

English requirements

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109

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7.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Middlebury admissions requires an application essay. You’ll find possible essay prompts on the Common Application website. The Middlebury application does not require a supplemental essay.
Allow ample time for teachers to complete their recommendations online by the deadline.
Your counselor will complete the form online and return it to Middlebury with your 9th–11th grade transcripts.
If our nonrefundable $75 application fee presents a barrier for you, we encourage you to apply using a fee waiver.
Middlebury accepts a number of English proficiency tests for students whose first language is not English or whose secondary education has been at a school where English is not the primary language of instruction.
If you choose to submit standardized test scores, please request that testing services or your guidance department submit scores directly to Middlebury College.
You will be able to upload additional materials directly to your student portal.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

70120 USD / year

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Out-of-State

70120 USD / year

≈ 70120 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

70120 USD / year

≈ 70120 USD / year

Living costs

Middlebury

United States

1133 - 1686 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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The Biology major will prepare students to:

Programme Structure

Key information

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Credits

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