Bachelor's in Biology

Earlham College embodies a commitment to fostering academic excellence, global engagement, and social responsibility. Provides a transformative educational experience that emphasizes critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and cross-cultural understanding. With a Quaker heritage, the college promotes an inclusive community where students are encouraged to explore their intellectual passions and contribute to the betterment of society. At Earlham, students benefit from a distinctive approach to education that integrates rigorous academics with real-world experiences. The Earlham Plan for Integrative Learning guides students through a journey of academic exploration, experiential learning, and community engagement. This holistic approach prepares graduates not only for successful careers but also for a life dedicated to meaningful contributions and positive change. Earlham College, with its enduring commitment to fostering a just and sustainable world, stands as a beacon for students seeking an education rooted in values and geared towards making a difference in the global community.

Earlham’s biology program encompasses all facets of biology, from cells to ecosystems, from neuroscience to environmental science and health. From day one, you will have unparalleled access to our faculty who teach and do research in and at the intersection of our different disciplines—environmental science, neuroscience, biochemistry, health science, ecology, evolution, and cell and molecular biology. Our alumni have found work as physicians, nurses, zookeepers, museum specialists, vets, biomedical researchers, GIS specialists, conservation biologists, university professors, wildlife biologists, stem cell and cancer researchers, and educators, among many others. They have worked with state and federal governments and major corporations around the world.