Overview

Biology has long been recognized as basic to environment, agriculture, and medicine. Because the topics studied by biologists range from sub-cellular particles to global environmental concerns, and because of the variety of living organisms and the various ways of studying them, many specialties have developed.

Why Study Biology at UMD?

Active learning environment

Access to state-of-the–art instrumentation

Focus on undergraduate teaching and research

Acquired Skills

Comprehension: Students will know and be able to explain the basic definitions and core concepts in their respective field of study.

Application: Students will be able to apply biology knowledge and techniques towards solutions to problems.

Analysis: Students will be able to determine an appropriate method for research, collect data and carry out the research using techniques and equipment specific to their field.

Communication: Students will be able to write about scientific ideas and present their ideas and findings to technical and non-technical audiences.

Career Possibilities

Graduates of the Biology program of the University of Minnesota often do laboratory or field-based work directly related to their undergraduate training. For example graduates might:

Work in an academic or private industry research lab.

Join a biology-based agency such as the state’s department of natural resources or forestry service

Get hired by federal agencies such as the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or U.S. Department of Agriculture

Do environmental assessments or wildlife surveys with a consulting firm

Programme Structure

Courses include:

General Biology

Genetics

Ecology and Evolution

Communication in Biology

General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry

General Chemistry

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2025-08-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

TOEFL^® IBT

Duolingo English Test

105

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Biology View 2519 other Bachelors in Biology in United States

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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PTE Academic

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105

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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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Other requirements

General requirements

Submit your one-time $50 non-refundable application fee.

Original or certified copies of ALL secondary (high school) records must be issued by the school in a sealed envelope and mailed to the university.

Proof of English Proficiency.

Photocopy of Passport: only required if a student is in need of an I-20 form for F-1 student visa.

International students who will be studying at UMD on an F-1 visa are required to submit a completed Financial Certification Statement.

Tuition Fee

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International

20662 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 20662 USD per year during 48 months.
National

19760 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 19760 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

14320 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14320 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Duluth

965 - 1380 USD /month

Living costs

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

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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