
Overview
The curriculum in General Biology provides breadth of exposure to fundamental areas of biology. Students majoring in Biology without a specialization take coursework providing a balance of cell, molecular, and organsimal classes.
This Biology major at South Dakota State University will be a good fit if you:
- Are curious about life
- Enjoy problem solving and critical thinking
- Appreciate science and the scientific method
Career Opportunities
- Medical researcher
- Industrial or agricultural analyst
- Physician or other health-care professional
- Pharmaceutical sales representative
- Specialization in graduate school
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses included:
- Genetics and Molecular Biology
- Cell Biology
- Bioethics
- Microbiology
- Organic Chemistry
- Biomedical Physiology
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Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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General requirements
For admission to SDSU, we look for one of the following academic achievements:
- An ACT composite score or ACT superscore of 18 or SAT Math and Reading/Writing subscore total of 970 or
- Level 3 or higher on Math and English Language Arts Smarter Balance Assessment or
- A high school cumulative GPA of 2.6 or higher or
- A ranking in the top 60 percent of graduating class.
Students should also complete the following core courses with a “C” average or above:
- 4 years of English (or ACT English subscore of 18 or above).
- 3 years of advanced math—Algebra I and higher (or ACT math subscore of 20).
- 3 years of laboratory science (or ACT science reasoning subscore of 17).
- 3 years of social science (or ACT reading subscore of 17).
- 1 year of fine arts (or AP Fine Arts score of 3 or above) Includes vocal, instrumental and studio arts.
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Visit official programme websiteTuition Fee
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International
11280 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 376 USD per credit during 48 months. -
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11280 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 376 USD per credit during 48 months. -
In-State
7770 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 259 USD per credit during 48 months.
Living costs for Brookings
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Funding
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