Biology

Students who choose to major in biology will examine the characteristics of life at all levels, from the workings of a single cell to the dynamics of an ecosystem. Appalachian State University's Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology is designed to prepare students for careers in biology or for studies at the graduate level. This is the most flexible program in the department and is designed for students who want to focus on disciplines not addressed by other degree concentrations. Students with international career goals may choose this degree because of its foreign language requirement.

Because this degree does not have a specific concentration, you'll gain a broad view of biology. It helps students take advantage of the diverse range of expertise held by faculty in the department and gain a diverse understanding of the field. All biology students may apply to the biology honors program which includes two research courses and an honors thesis.

• Animal Scientist
• Aquarium & Museum Worker
• Botanist
• Ecologist
• Environmental Health Specialist
• Environmental Lobbyist
• Environmental Scientist
• Land Use Planner
• Marine Biologist
• Natural Resource Manager
• Nature Conservationist
• Research Assistant
• State Parks & Recreation Worker
• Zoologist

• Complete an application (apply using the Common Application)
• Provide your official high school transcript(s)
• Provide your official or unofficial college transcript(s) for any completed college coursework*
• Submit $65 application fee (or approved fee waiver)
• Submit official or self-reported SAT (school code: 5010) or ACT (school code: 3062) scores (or apply with a test waiver)
• Complete your FAFSA (application opens Oct. 1; school code: 002906)