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Biology, B.S.

Empowering tomorrow’s problem-solvers to impact our world through scientific discoveries and solutions that improve lives.

The Biology program’s rigorous exploration of botany, conservation, ecology, evolution, genetics, marine biology, medicine, microbiology, molecular biology, immunology, and physiology will prepare you to advance fields like medicine, ecology, and marine life, among many others.

Opening Worlds of Professional Opportunities

The program will prepare you for exciting, impactful career opportunities across the broad spectrum of business and industry where advances in biology and related scientific fields bring positive change to the world.

Graduates of the program are achieving amazing things and ascending to positions of leadership in the sciences at a wide range of professional organizations, some of which include:

  • Accutest Laboratories
  • Accutest Laboratories
  • Biometrix
  • Boys & Girls Clubs of Monterey County
  • Burleson Consulting, Inc.
  • Clorox Company
  • Genalyte
  • Merieux Nutrisciences
  • Monterey Bay Analytical Services
  • Nippon Shokken
  • San Francisco Zoo
  • The Ocean Institute
  • The Peace Corps

The program’s depth, breadth, and focus on experiential learning delivers powerful preparation and will fuel your potential to thrive no matter what your unique career goals may be. Graduates of the program work in such roles as:

  • Aquarist
  • Clinical Lab Scientist
  • Dentist
  • Marine biologist
  • Medical doctor
  • Naturopath
  • Pharmacist
  • Professor
  • Research Associate
  • Teacher
  • Veterinarian

Your degree in Biology will command respect and serve as a powerful credential in the eyes of the world’s top graduate programs. Our alumni have been accepted into graduate programs at elite institutions, including:

  • Cornell University
  • San Diego State University
  • San Jose State University
  • Scripps Research Institute
  • Stanford University
  • UC Berkeley
  • UC Davis
  • UC San Diego
  • UCLA
  • University of Maryland
  • University of Pennsylvania
  • University of Southern California
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A Lifetime of Value

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Biology, B.S.

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Don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions you have about the Biology program.

Our experienced and supportive admissions staff is here to provide all the individualized guidance you need.

Study Biology in an inspiring coastal environment where we are truly committed to mentorship and an engaging student experience.