Bachelor in Environmental Biology (Bachelor's)

At Cornerstone University, tuition is $22,000 per year.

This programme prepares students for careers in ecology, conservation, and resource management through scientific training and field-based study. Students gain practical experience in ecosystem analysis, environmental research, and sustainability practices. The curriculum integrates a Christian worldview with environmental stewardship and professional certification. Fieldwork and laboratory methods are central to developing technical and analytical skills.

Focus areas include Water Resources, Wildlife Biology, Ecosystem Analysis, Environmental Research, Sustainability Practices, Environmental Policy.

The programme requires a total of 120 credits, including general education, major coursework, and concentration-specific classes. Students complete field studies, laboratory work, and a senior research project as part of their degree.

Graduates enter roles such as wildlife biologist, conservation scientist, water quality specialist, and environmental consultant.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Transfer students may apply up to 75% of their credits. Required documents include official transcripts and a completed application.

The programme totals about 120 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, typically four years. For international students, tuition is around the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 73% of applicants.

Cornerstone University brings students together through campus life, online learning, and conversations about the ideas shaping communities, the nation, and the future. Its Wisdom Conversations series invites students to examine enduring questions through a Christ-first perspective. The university also sets goals for students to develop professional ethics, communication skills, relational intelligence, networking presence, and a mature relationship with Jesus Christ.

Academic options cover Business & Innovation; Health, Science & Technology; Education & Human Services; Ministry, Media & the Arts; and Theological Seminary study. Programs include associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees, with courses taught by faculty experts and committed Christians. Cornerstone connects academic preparation with professional and ministry readiness, while integrating a Christian worldview into education.

The university operates on campus in Grand Rapids and offers degrees online to students across the United States. International students should understand that Christian faith is central to the institution’s identity and academic approach. Campus students can take part in student life and events such as Wisdom Conversations, while online information sessions provide a route for students considering remote degree study. In 2026, Cornerstone marked its 85th anniversary, continuing its focus on preparing graduates to influence society and the workforce through their chosen fields.