Biology

Majors:

• Bachelor of Science, Biology
• Bachelor of Science, Environmental Biology

Minor:

• Biology
• Neuroscience

The Bachelor of Science program in biology is designed to prepare a student for a career in the life sciences. Graduates of the program are competitive for entry into graduate programs in the biological sciences as well as professional schools, such as medical, dental, osteopathic, and veterinary science, as well as physician assistant (PA)  and advanced nursing programs.

The department has two primary areas of focus:

1. Basic biomedical science
2. Environmental/ecological science

Biomedical science course offerings includes:

• Cell biology
• Comparative and human anatomy
• General and medical microbiology
• Genetics
• Genetics of human disease
• Immunology
• Mammalian physiology
• Neurobiology

Environmental/ecological science course offerings include:

• Community and restoration ecology
• Ecology
• Entomology
• Analysis of biological data
• Environmental ecology
• Applied microbiology
• Evolutionary biology
• Invertebrate and Vertebrate Zoology

In addition, advanced undergraduates may enroll in graduate courses for undergraduate credit with the consent of the department chairperson. In line with the two areas of research interests, the department encourages students (in consultation with their advisors) to declare one of the two as an area of concentration of study no later than the end of their sophomore year. For the student more interested in a broad approach to biology, the department recommends a third option, the general biology option (any combination of upper-level biology courses that fulfills the program requirements).

The department offers a research mentorship program for upper-level students majoring in biology. The program allows a student to work closely with both faculty and graduate students in laboratory and/or field research. Participation in the program is based on the recommendation of a member of the faculty. The mentorship program is designed to provide a significant advantage for those students who intend to enter a graduate program.

The department also offers an accelerated Bachelor and Master of Science (BPM) program in Biology. This accelerated program offers the opportunity for students to complete the B.S. and M.S. degrees in five years and is designed for students who display strong potential for research in biology. It provides a liberal arts education, a broad background in biology, the development of expertise in a biological subfield, and a thorough introduction to research instrumentation and techniques. Graduates from the program are prepared for either direct entry into the job market or continuation toward the Ph.D. 

A minor in biology consists of 20 semester hours.

A minor in neuroscience consists of 16 semester hours.

• Official secondary transcripts (in language of original issue). Transcripts of all previously attended secondary schools, including dates of attendance, all subjects studied, grades earned and marks achieved on examinations;
  • Transcripts not issued in English should be accompanied by a certified English translation.
  • Proof of completion must also be provided in the form of a graduation date listed on the transcript, a diploma, or a certificate of completion. If secondary schooling is still in progress, this must be submitted as soon as completed and prior to enrollment at the University of Dayton.
  • Transcripts may be submitted directly from the secondary school to the University of Dayton via:
    • Mailed to Office of Recruitment and Admission, University of Dayton, 300 College Park, Dayton OH 45469-2713
    • E-transcript sent to: [email protected]. 
    • Emailed to [email protected]
• Proof of English Proficiency. If your native language is not English, you are required to submit proof of English proficiency by submitting TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, DET, SAT or ACT scores. Your scores should be sent to the University of Dayton directly from the testing center using code 1834 or for the ACT, code 3342.
  
  
• Financial documentation. F-1 and J-1 students must provide a letter of financial support and a bank statement showing sufficient funds to cover the first year of study. These may be emailed to [email protected] OR mailed to the address above.
  
  

Application, including the essay. Student may apply through the University of Dayton Application or the Common Application. There is no application fee.