Overview

The Bachelor of Arts in Biological Sciences at the University of Texas El Paso is a flexible degree plan that can support multiple career objectives.

Required and elective biology courses are combined with a minor, a language requirement and university electives, allowing for the development of up to three specific areas of concentration within the major.

Careers

This degree plan is well-suited for students who wish to apply their scientific interests within another field, such as medical illustration, science writing, national security, or law; it is also appropriate for students intending to pursue careers in research or the health professions.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Molecular Cell Biology
Ecology Laboratory
Genetics
Evolution
Plants and People
Advanced Methods in Biology
Field Biology
Developmental Biology
Comparative Plant Morphology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

El Paso, United States

Disciplines

Biology View 2513 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 college transcripts must be sent directly from the schools attended in the U.S. or abroad. Foreign transcripts in a language other than English must be translated before being submitted to the university.
All international students must submit entrance exam scores (SAT/ACT).

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

21164 USD / year

≈ 21164 USD / year
Out-of-State

21164 USD / year

≈ 21164 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

8508 USD / year

≈ 8508 USD / year

Living costs

El Paso

United States

888 - 1646 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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