Overview

This Biology - Physiology concentration is appropriate for pre-professional students in pre-medicine, pre-dentistry, pre-veterinary medicine, pre-optometry and physical therapy.

It provides a foundation for introductory positions of employment in such fields as biomedical research, food and drug manufacturing, nutrition and sports physiology.

This major from Northern Michigan University can also serve as a basis for graduate studies in developmental biology, physiological ecology, embryology and molecular

Where a Concentration in Physiology Can Take You

With a Biology major with concentration in physiology, your career options are wide open. Some common paths for NMU biology students include:

Teacher/instructor
Animal rehabilitator
Physician
Dentist
Physical therapist
Physician's assistant
Occupational therapist
Chiropractor

Career possibilities available to you depend on the competencies and skills you acquire through both academic work and extracurricular experiences, so take advantage of every opportunity to learn from your NMU experience!

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Comparative Anatomy
Human Anatomy and Physiology
Plant Physiology
Microscopy and Laboratory Techniques
Medical Microbiology
Clinical Hematology/Coagulation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 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

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Marquette, United States

Disciplines

Biology Physiology View 112 other Bachelors in Physiology in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.2

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

If you have a cumulative high school GPA of 2.25 or higher, you will be admitted to NMU.
Application - Complete the undergraduate application for admission.
Transcripts - Request your official high school transcript(s) be sent to the Admissions Office.
Non-native speakers of English must prove an adequate level of English language proficiency for admission.

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

20198 USD / year

≈ 20198 USD / year
Out-of-State

20198 USD / year

≈ 20198 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

14702 USD / year

≈ 14702 USD / year

Living costs

Marquette

United States

1000 - 1500 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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