Overview

On the Biology programme offered by Saint Olaf College an emphasis on interdisciplinary training encourages students to solve problems using tools from other fields (including physics, chemistry, psychology, and mathematics) to study connections of such scientific and societal significance as sustainable agriculture, compassionate health care, and more.

Key Facts

At St. Olaf, students of biology find:

Exceptional opportunities for experiential learning, including high-quality research opportunities, challenging internships, and off-campus study programs throughout the world

A state-of-the-art science facility designed to promote the faculty-student research that sustains our nationally recognized undergraduate research programs

A singular focus on undergraduate education that ensures students get plenty of hands-on experience with the latest scientific technology

Opportunities for service to others through off-campus programs, through the stewardship of our Natural Lands, and through outreach to local and regional schools

Careers and opportunities

A St. Olaf biology degree prepares students for a wide range of careers or further study, and the college is among the top undergraduate institutions in the number of graduates who go on to earn Ph.D.s in the field.

Many Oles pursue careers in medicine, dentistry, physical therapy, public health, and pharmacy. Others become professors, industry researchers and managers, lawyers, teachers, policy makers, activists, and entrepreneurs.

Regardless of their career paths, students come away with strong research and problem-solving skills, a sharp investigational mind, and a lifelong appreciation for the complexity of life.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biological Science: Issues in Biology

Human Biology

The Biology of Women

Thinking and Doing Biology

Explorations in Microbiology

Human Anatomy and Physiology: Cells and Tissues

Cell Biology

Microbiology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-10 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Northfield, 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

The Common Application or Coalition Application

TOEFL (minimum score 90), Academic IELTS (minimum band 6.5), or Duolingo (minimum score of 120). This requirement will be waived automatically if English is your first language and/or your primary language of instruction.

Optional: SAT or ACT scores. If you submit either of these test scores, we will accept self-reported test scores. Should you choose to enroll at St. Olaf, you will need to provide official test score reports from College Board, ACT, or on your official high school transcript.

One teacher evaluation from an academic subject area.

Secondary school transcripts or reports with progress grades (the last 3-4 years of schooling)

Official college/university transcripts

Official external examination results and/or diploma

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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

62700 USD / year

≈ 62700 USD / year
Out-of-State

62700 USD / year

≈ 62700 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

62700 USD / year

≈ 62700 USD / year

Living costs

Northfield

United States

900 - 1400 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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