Bachelor of Science degree in biology

Tuition fees for Bachelor of Science degree in biology are 25,950 USD per year.

The Bachelor of Science degree in biology provides a broad foundation in biological sciences within a liberal arts education context. Students engage in methods of scientific inquiry, developing critical thinking and communication skills. The program emphasizes interdisciplinary study and the application of scientific literacy within an ethical framework, preparing students for advanced study or entry into the workforce.

Focus areas include conservation biology, microbiology, molecular biology, ecology, environmental work, biotech.

Core classes include General Biology I and II, General Chemistry I and II, Organic Chemistry I and II, Calculus & Analytic Geometry I and II, Design & Methods of Scientific Research, and Senior Research Seminar I and II or Secondary Science Practicum.

Graduates may enter careers as biologists, medical doctors, veterinarians, laboratory assistants, research scientists, environmental scientists, health communications specialists, or medical and health services managers.

On-campus. For international students, tuition is around the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 90% of applicants.

Wilson College’s campus in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, gives prospective students several ways to experience the setting before enrolling, including private tours, on-campus open houses, and a virtual tour. Campus life includes clubs, activities, and opportunities to participate beyond athletics. Welcome Week introduces new students to the college, prepares them for academic challenges, and helps them meet classmates.

Academic options include education, biology, veterinary nursing, occupational therapy, and speech-language pathology. The college offers a Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology and an OTD program. Students can connect classroom learning with professional interests through clinical work, teaching, research, and other practical experiences. Recent student and staff accounts describe professors, mentors, and program resources as important parts of their experience.

International students should know that Wilson College provides financial aid support, with financial aid counselors available to help students navigate paying for college. The college states that 98% of its students receive some form of financial aid. The admissions office can be contacted at admissions@wilson.edu or 717-262-2002. Wilson College is located at 1015 Philadelphia Ave., Chambersburg, PA 17201.