Overview
The Biology, BSc degree from North Central College open-ended, project-based labs and active-learning classrooms build skills in experimental design, data analysis, scientific writing, presentations, problem-solving, synthetic thinking, teamwork, and research ethics. Capstone courses and summer and academic-year research opportunities involve you in real research projects with faculty mentors.
Choose advanced courses in five curriculum tracks to prepare yourself for any life-science career. Biology majors can go straight to the workforce or continue to graduate or professional programs. Diverse career opportunities include research, medicine and health professions, secondary education, pharmaceutical development, environment, veterinary medicine, public health, scientific writing or illustration, medical labs, forensics, and many more.
As a biology major, you can:
- Apply for internships and jobs through robust faculty and alumni networks or the Center for Career and Professional Development.
- Apply for our funded summer research program.
- Take experiential courses at Shedd Aquarium and Morton Arboretum
- Take your studies abroad to Costa Rica, Ecuador, Africa, Galapagos)
- Explore our experimental prairie
- Be inducted into the Biology Honor Society
- Join one or all of our student clubs like Student Pre-Health Organization or GreenScene environmental club
- Work closely with faculty on pre-health advising
Programme Structure
Courses include:
Investigating Biology
Cells and Systems
Ecology and Evolution
Genes and Genomics
Biostatistics
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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- Starting
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Home students: You may apply for admission throughout the year, although it is encouraged you do so in the fall of your senior year.
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Biology View 2514 other Bachelors in Biology in United StatesWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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
We partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.
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Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at North Central College and/or in United States, please visit Student Insurance Portal.
Other requirements
General requirements
Because we look at each application on an individual basis, we encourage you to contact your admission counselor to discuss your individual circumstances. While not required, you may wish to submit additional information such as:
Test Scores- Test-optional FAQ
- SAT, North Central College code: 1555
- ACT, North Central College code: 1096
- Classic Learning Test, accepted in lieu of the SAT and ACT for students applying to Shimer Great Books School
- Writing samples
- Letters of recommendation
- Documentation of extenuating circumstances
Tuition Fee
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International
45446 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 45446 USD per year during 48 months. -
National
45446 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 45446 USD per year during 48 months. -
In-State
45446 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 45446 USD per year during 48 months.
Living costs for Abbeville
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
Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Biology.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
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