Biology

As a biology major at USD, you will develop research and critical thinking skills as you learn about a range of important topics in science, such as climate change, biodiversity loss, stem-cell research, advances in medicine and genetically modified organisms. You have the option of tailoring the program to fit your unique interests in biology by choosing to specialize in human dynamics – allowing you to make your USD degree the ideal launching point for your career. Your professors are experts who want to help you unlock unique opportunities; you can look forward to gaining real-world research experience with faculty in their labs or in the field. 

This rich background in science will position you for success as you apply to medical or other professional health schools or prepare for careers in conservation, ecology, biotechnology, genomics and neurobiology.

Follow your passion for science and learn about the living world as a biology major.

• Official high school (secondary school) transcript with grade point average equivalent to 2.6 on a 4.0 scale.
• Demonstrate English language proficiency by meeting one of the following.