Overview

Study microbes, genes and molecules in health and disease using cancer cells and model organisms ranging from yeast to zebrafish; carry out organismal, field and environmental research projects; and co-author research publications that will shape the scientific community for years to come with the Biology degree from DePauw University.

While biology encompasses many fields – such as conservation, genetics, microbiology, physiology and more – you will benefit from a collaborative, hands-on approach led by master faculty who are eager to help you answer life’s biggest questions through meaningful, high-level research.

Key facts

Students may also, through their choice of upper-level classes, explore specific areas of interest, such as cell and molecular biology, organismal biology, or ecology and evolutionary biology.

In addition to its standard course offerings, the department offers numerous opportunities for collaborative research and learning with faculty.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Molecules, Genes and Cells

Evolution, Organisms and Ecology

Human Biology

Human Genetics

Plants in Human Cultures

Human Anatomy

Plant Biology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

More details

Early Decision I Deadline: November 1

Early Decision II Deadline: December 15

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Greencastle, 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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Other requirements

General requirements

Application

Proof of English Proficiency & Official Test Scores

Official Secondary/high School Academic Records

A Sample of Your Writing

Financial Supporting Documents

Optional Interview

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

60310 USD / year

≈ 60310 USD / year
Out-of-State

60310 USD / year

≈ 60310 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

60310 USD / year

≈ 60310 USD / year

Living costs

Greencastle

United States

980 - 1586 USD / month

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

Funding

DePauw University Merit Scholarships

This scholarship is awarded at the time of admission based on past academic performance and test scores. All DePauw applicants are automatically considered for this award.

Rector Scholar Awards

The Rector Scholar Award is DePauw's oldest and most prestigious award. Students are selected for this award based on excellent academic achievement.

Bonner program

Twenty Bonner scholars are selected from the incoming first-year class who have demonstrated a commitment to service and community. Bonner students must have demonstrated financial need as determined by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

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Scholarships Information

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