Biology

University of Wisconsin La Crosse

United States of America, La Crosse

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University of Wisconsin La Crosse

United States of America , La Crosse

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Application Fee

USD 25

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines6-Sep-2022

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

USD 18,137 / year

Next Intake 6-Sep-2022

Biology

About

Biology is the study of all living things from microscopic bacteria and viruses to plants and animals. UWL's biology program is home to a wide variety of disciplines spanning from the molecular to the ecosystem level.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Graduation from a recognized high school or the equivalent.
1. A recognized high school is
  1. Accredited by a regional accrediting association or state university
  2. Recognized or accredited by a state department of public instruction or its equivalent
2. An applicant who has not graduated from a recognized high school must provide evidence of satisfactory completion of the requirements for a high school equivalency certificate or a diploma from a recognized high school, school system, or state department of public instruction based on the GED examination, the Wisconsin High School Equivalency Diploma, or other established criteria. Applicants from alternative educational backgrounds, including home-schooled students, should contact the Admissions Office for specific information. Additional documents, testing, and a personal interview may be required.
Completion of the following 17 high school credits is minimal preparation and is required for admission consideration. Applicants are strongly recommended to take advanced courses beyond the required 17 high school credits. Students admitted on the basis of a high school equivalency diploma are considered to have fulfilled these minimum subject matter requirements.
1. Four credits of English.
2. Three credits of mathematics, specifically algebra, advanced algebra, and geometry.
3. Three credits of natural science with two credits from biology, chemistry, physics, earth science, or advanced courses in these disciplines. (Integrated Science I and II courses will be counted on a one-for-one basis.)
4. Three credits of social science (i.e., anthropology, economics, history [U.S. or world], political science [civics/government], psychology, or sociology).
5. Four academic credits from the above and/or in the fine arts, computer science, foreign language, or other academic areas.

Class Rank: 70th to 90th percentile
3.46 - 3.87 GPA (4.0, unweighted scale)
ACT Composite: 23 - 27

English Program Requirements

73 TOEFL score. Our Institution Code is 1914
6.0 IELTS score
100 Duolingo English Test (DET) score
54 PTE score
Completion of ELS Level 112
Completion of WESLI Level 700
*Undergraduate applicants who cannot meet the English proficiency requirement may be considered for conditional admission. Students who are conditionally admitted will begin their studies in the UWL English as a Second Language program.

Career

Environmental health and safety

Research and development

Sales

Technical support

Primary and secondary education (with teacher certification)

Geographical information systems

Data management and analysis

Wildlife management

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

USD 18,137 / year

Application Fee

USD 25

How to Apply

The UW System application, available online at https://apply.wisconsin.edu.
$25 Application Fee: Payable with a credit card at the same time you submit an online application.
Academic Records: Official, certified, or attested transcripts from all secondary and post-secondary institutions attended. Documents issued in a language other than English must be accompanied by a certified English translation.
English Language Proficiency: Non-native English speakers must submit proof of English proficiency in order to be considered for admission. This can be demonstrated by:
- 73 TOEFL score. Our Institution Code is 1914
- 6.0 IELTS score
- 100 Duolingo English Test (DET) score
- 54 PTE score
- Completion of ELS Level 112
- Completion of WESLI Level 700
  *Undergraduate applicants who cannot meet the English proficiency requirement may be considered for conditional admission. Students who are conditionally admitted will begin their studies in the UWL English as a Second Language program.
Proof of Funding: Complete the 2021-22 Financial Affidavit if you are applying for the Spring/January 2022 intake. Complete the 2022-23 Financial Affidavit if you are applying for the Fall/September 2022 intake.
Passport Copy: Submit a copy of photo page of your passport