Biological Sciences (B.S. or B.A.)

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B.S. or B.A. in Biological Sciences

Picture Yourself In Our Major

Investigate basic and applied questions to increase your understanding of the natural world and how it directly benefits humanity. Enjoy small classes taught by faculty, start research as an underclassman and build a specialty track that suits your career goals.

We recently launched our School of Veterinary Medicine, the first in New Jersey. In addition, we are one of just three universities in the nation with two medical schools. Many of our biological sciences majors aspire to apply to these graduate programs.

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Recommended For:

thinkers, doers, and creators

WHO ARE INTERESTED IN CAREERS AS:

Medical Scientists
Veterinarians
Clinical Trial Managers
Microbiologists
High School Biology Teachers
Biological Technicians

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A Bio Major’s Journey and Research Foundation

Yashaswi Parikh, a Biological Sciences major in the 3+4 accelerated medical program, is on her way to becoming a pediatrician, with a mission of making a positive difference in the life of children who are going through difficult situations.

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I chose my major because I saw that my classes would provide me with all the knowledge and support necessary to succeed on my journey to medical school.
Luis A. Camden County, NJ

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I am a part of the American Medical Association, Bronze Leadership Program and Pre-Health Society. This helps me get to know students and how American schools work.
Ariana B. Montego Bay, Jamaica

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I want to work with the environment, I’m looking into marine biology. My professors are really experienced and have shown me a lot of possible career paths with my major.
Brendan V. Morris County, NJ

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I want to go to med school and be a direct bridge to help people. I’m thinking about either radiology or dermatology.
Alyssa P. Burlington County, NJ

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My classes have been great. It doesn’t feel like you’re lost in the shuffle. The teachers really try to get to know you, to understand, ‘What are you interested in?'
Theresa C. Camden County, NJ