Overview

The research intensive Biology major from University of Mary Washington will prepare you to think like a scientist and creatively tackle tomorrow’s challenges in the life sciences.

Career Opportunities

Biology graduates may find employment in research, health care, environmental conservation, education, biotechnology, forensic science, government and policy, and science publishing, among other fields. Many UMW biology graduates pursue advanced degrees.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biological Concepts

Phage Hunters

Human Biology

Current Topics in Biology

Organism Function and Diversity

Science in Perspective

Ecology and Evolution

Botany

History of Biology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-02-01 00:00:00

More details

Nationals: While our priority Regular Decision filing date passed on February 1, we are still accepting applications!

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Fredericksburg, United States

Disciplines

Biology View 2436 other Bachelors in Biology in United States

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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

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

UMW accepts both The Common Application and the UMW Application. Please submit the application along with an essay, application fee, or approved waiver.

Send transcripts and/or exam results – matriculation/secondary school certificates, mark sheets, diplomas – with a certified copy of the English translation, for high school work you have completed.

Submit at least one letter of recommendation from a counselor or teacher, using the Common Application Secondary School Report.

English Language Proficiency

Students are required to demonstrate financial ability to pay for at least one year of academic and living expenses and pay your enrollment deposit before being issued an I-20 by UMW.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

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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Tuition Fee

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International

22296 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 11148 USD per semester during 48 months.
National

22296 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 11148 USD per semester during 48 months.
In-State

9118 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4559 USD per semester during 48 months.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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