Program Overview

Biology

The University of Dayton's Biology program offers a challenging academic experience that combines theory and practice. Students learn the foundations of biology in the classroom and quickly find themselves discovering antibiotic-producing bacteria, wading through wetlands, exploring behavioral neuroscience, analyzing real-time physiological data, and studying patterns of evolution in fruit flies.

Program Overview

Upon completion of the B.S. program, students possess a professional resume, oral presentation skills, hands-on experience, and analytical and computer skills valued by employers, graduate schools, and professional schools. The Bachelor of Science in Biology degree requires a total of 120 hours.

Degree Information and Sample Plan

The sample plan of study for students beginning at UD in the academic year is a recommended course sequence, but schedules may vary based on previous earned college credits, course availability, advisor recommendations, and personal goals and interests.

• Semester 1:
  • ASI 150 Introduction to the University Experience (1)
  • BIO 151 and 151L Concepts of Biology I: Cellular & Molecular Biology and Lab (4)
  • CHM 123 and 123L General Chemistry I and Lab (4)
  • MTH 148 Introductory Calculus I (3)
  • HUM 101 Chaminade Seminar (3)
  • Total Credit Hours: 15
• Semester 2:
  • BIO 152 and 152L Concepts of Biology II: Evolution and Ecology (4)
  • CHM 124 and 124L General Chemistry II and Lab (4)
  • MTH 149 or 207 Introductory Calculus II or Introduction to Statistics (3)
  • HUM 102 Marie Th廨鋊e Seminar (3)
  • CAP Social Science (3)
  • Total Credit Hours: 17
• Semester 3:
  • BIO 299 Biology Seminar (1)
  • BIO 312 General Genetics (3)
  • CHM 313 and 313L Organic Chemistry and Lab (4)
  • PHY 201 and 201L College Physics I and Lab (4)
  • Total Credit Hours: 12
• Semester 4:
  • BIO 310 Ecology (3)
  • CHM 314 and 314L Organic Chemistry (4)
  • CMM 100 Principles of Oral Communication (3)
  • Social Science Elective (3)
  • CAP Faith Traditions (3)
  • Total Credit Hours: 16
• Semester 5:
  • BIO Elective Biomed (3)
  • BIO Elective Env/Eco with Lab (4)
  • CAP Arts (3)
  • CAP Diversity and Social Justice (3)
  • CAP Advanced Historical Studies (3)
  • Total Credit Hours: 16
• Semester 6:
  • BIO Elective Env/Eco (3)
  • BIO Elective Biomed with Lab (4)
  • CAP Advanced Study Philosophy (3)
  • CAP Inquiry/Integrative (3)
  • General Elective (3)
  • Total Credit Hours: 16
• Semester 7:
  • BIO Elective with Lab (4)
  • BIO Elective (3)
  • CAP Practical Ethical Action (3)
  • Advanced Religious Studies (3)
  • Total Credit Hours: 13
• Semester 8:
  • BIO Elective with Lab (4)
  • BIO 420 Biology Seminar Capstone (1)
  • General Elective (3)
  • General Elective (3)
  • General Elective (1)
  • Total Credit Hours: 12

Bachelor's Plus Master's Program

The Bachelor's Plus Master's Program allows undergraduate students majoring in biology to obtain both a bachelor of science and a master of science in five years.

Related Degrees and Programs

• Additional Biology Programs:
  • Bachelors Plus Masters Program
  • Environmental Biology (B.S.)
  • Neuroscience (Co-Major)
  • Biology (Minor)
  • Neuroscience (Minor)
  • Research in Biological Sciences (Minor)
  • Biology (M.S.)
  • Biology (Ph.D.)
• Related Programs:
  • Sustainability (B.A., B.S.)
  • Biochemistry (B.S.)
  • Health Science (B.S.H.S.)
  • Premedicine (B.S.)
  • Bioengineering (Minor)
  • Medicine and Society (Minor)
  • Sustainability (Minor)
  • Physician Assistant Practice (M.P.A.P.)
  • Physical Therapy (D.P.T.)
  • Sustainability (Graduate Certificate)
  • Discover (Undecided)

Tuition and Financial Aid

The University of Dayton is dedicated to being transparent and ensuring student success. A variety of scholarships, grants, loans, and part-time work-study are available to help cover costs.

Success After Graduation

Graduates find a wide range of career opportunities available, including medical professions, academic and industrial research, teaching positions, and government positions. The university offers a minor in biology, as well as minors in neuroscience and research in biological sciences.

Design Your Academic Path

• Undergraduate Research: Students can work alongside faculty and graduate students in faculty research labs conducting research projects.
• Enhanced Education: Biology majors have many exciting and rewarding opportunities to use and expand upon what they learn in the classroom.
• Bachelors Plus Masters Program: Allows undergraduate students majoring in biology to obtain both a bachelor of science and a master of science in five years.
• Apply to Graduate School a Year Early: UD students can join the competitive Flyer Commitment Pathway for Health Professions to get a head start on graduate school.