Overview

How intrigued are you about the science of life? Do you want to apply your faith and desire to help others to your future profession? If you have a curiosity about humans, plants, animals, and all other forms of life, then a Biology degree may be for you.

Careers

Majoring in biology at Vanguard University gives you critical skills to succeed in any career. You will have communication skills, quantitative skills, and the ability to work independently and in a group.

A bachelor’s degree in biology will prepare you for many careers in the health professions, teaching, biotechnology, research, and public service. Many of these fields are available to you with only a bachelor’s degree, though going onto graduate study in life sciences will open more exciting doors.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Cell Biology
Genetics
Research Methods in Neurobiology
Techniques in Molecular Biology
Microbiology Laboratory

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National

More details

National (Fall): after March 2, applications will be considered on a rolling basis with decision upon receipt of supporting documentation

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Costa Mesa, United States

Disciplines

Biology View 2507 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

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Other requirements

General requirements

Official high school or GED transcript (all freshmen and transfers).
SAT/ACT scores are not required for admission consideration.
Official college transcript(s) (applicants who have completed college coursework).
Christian Experience Statement. Prompt: "Describe how you came to know Christ, and your growing relationship and walk with Him. Describe how your church and ministry activities shape your daily life and will strengthen the Vanguard community."
Limit your typed response to 500 words. Statement will be evaluated on content, grammar and spelling. Include your full name.

International students:

$45 non-refundable application fee
Official Transcript(s)
Official TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) scores
Affidavit of Financial Support
Copy of Valid Passport
Students applying within the U.S. must submit copies of their visa, I-94, and if on a student visa, copies of their I-20 A-B Form.

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

42500 USD / year

≈ 42500 USD / year
Out-of-State

42500 USD / year

≈ 42500 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

42500 USD / year

≈ 42500 USD / year

Living costs

Costa Mesa

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.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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