Bachelor in Biology/Biological Sciences (Bachelor's)

Tuition is Tuition for the 2024-2025 academic year is $38,500 per year..

This programme is designed for students interested in scientific research, healthcare, or graduate study in biology. Students complete foundational courses in their first year before working with a faculty mentor to shape a personalized academic path. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on research in laboratories, field settings, and classroom projects. Students develop skills in scientific communication, critical analysis, and experimental design.

Focus areas include Cancer biology, Ecology, Genetics, Physiology, Environmental science, Bioinformatics.

The programme requires 120 credits, including core biology courses, advanced electives, and research experiences. Students complete a capstone research project as part of their senior year.

Graduates pursue careers in scientific research, healthcare, environmental consulting, and further study in medical or graduate school.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 2.5. Required documents include official transcripts and a personal statement. SAT or ACT scores are recommended but not required.

The programme totals about 120 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, four-year programme. For international students, tuition is well above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 47% of applicants.

Austin College is a private, four-year liberal arts and science college in Sherman, Texas, in the north Texas technology corridor. Its campus combines an immersive living and learning community with more than 70 clubs and student organizations, 14 NCAA varsity sports, and opportunities in art, music, and theatre. Students can use stages, recital halls, and galleries while building connections with classmates and faculty.

The flexible curriculum includes more than 55 majors and supports study across disciplines. Academic areas featured include finance, pre-med and health sciences, creative writing and English, neuroscience and psychology, and engineering. Coursework is connected to practical experience through investment activities, business simulations, laboratory and social science research, writing workshops, clinical internships, and technology industry internships. The college guarantees every student an internship, research project, or international experience before graduation.

Austin College reports an average class size of 16 students and a 12:1 faculty-student ratio. Students interested in health professions can prepare through dedicated pre-health support, medical and health professional school preparation, and internships with doctors, dentists, and local hospitals. Creative writing students can publish with the student-led Suspension Literary Magazine and work with peer mentors in the Scarbrough Writing Center. International students can expect a campus community, a flexible academic structure, and practical opportunities connected to their future plans.