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    Simpson University

    Bachelor in Biology/Biological Sciences (Bachelor's)

    Redding, United StatesTaught in EnglishOpen to international students

    Why students choose this program

    • Taught in English
    • No application fee

    About Bachelor in Biology/Biological Sciences (Bachelor's)

    For Bachelor in Biology/Biological Sciences (Bachelor's), tuition is Tuition for the 2024-2025 academic year is $28,500 per year..

    Graduates are qualified to pursue careers in medicine, research, teaching, or further professional education. The programme emphasizes hands-on learning through small class and lab settings with faculty mentorship. Students may specialize in pre-health sciences to meet requirements for medical, dental, or pharmacy school. Field and research opportunities include summer programs at the Au Sable Institute in diverse environmental settings.

    Focus areas include Pre-health sciences, Environmental studies, Research, Laboratory science, Field biology, Christian worldview and science.

    The programme requires 120 credits, including core biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics courses, plus 10 elective credits. Students complete a senior seminar and may participate in summer research or field-based coursework.

    Graduates enter careers in medical professions, scientific research, environmental science, pharmaceutical sales, technical writing, and healthcare technology.

    Applicants must have a strong college preparatory background in mathematics and natural sciences. Required courses include Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Trigonometry, physical science, biology, and chemistry. Admission decisions consider academic performance and readiness for a science-focused curriculum.

    The programme totals about 120 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, typically four years. For international students, tuition is above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 99% of applicants.

    About Simpson University

    Simpson University is a Christ-centered learning community in Redding, California. Its educational approach connects faith, learning, leadership, and service. Students are encouraged to develop critical competence and prepare for lives of purposeful work. The university offers undergraduate studies, graduate studies, degree-completion programs, the A.W. Tozer Theological Seminary, the Master of Business Administration, and the Betty M. Dean School of Nursing.

    Academic options include nursing, business, political science, music, biology, digital media, history, teacher education, and global studies. The new Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies can be taken as a major, secondary major, or minor. It brings together global cultures, international issues, economics, politics, religion, and cross-cultural communication. The program prepares students for fields such as international development, education, business, government, humanitarian work, ministry, and community engagement.

    International students join a campus community that connects local service with global engagement. WorldSERVE provides short-term mission trips, on-campus training, small groups, and Global Impact Week. Service opportunities include local churches, schools, nonprofit organizations, and an annual Day of Service in Redding. The campus is within two hours of mountains, beaches, wilderness, and skiing. Simpson also offers 25 athletic programs and financial-aid support, including scholarships. Students should expect a faith-based environment where prayer, community, and service are part of campus life.

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