Minor Requirements

To graduate with a minor in chemistry, students must complete 18 credit hours with a grade of “C’ or better in each minor course:  

• CHEM 102 General Chemistry II 

• CHEM 307 Organic Chemistry I 

• CHEM 308 Organic Chemistry II 

• 4 elective chemistry credits 

Learn how to: 

• Demonstrate mastery of biochemistry foundations and applications 

• Apply program knowledge to real world questions and issues 

• Recognize interdisciplinary relationships between chemistry and other basic sciences including biology, physics, biophysics, material sciences, biochemistry, nanotechnology, and mathematics 

• Think critically and analytically on investigation and interpretation of experimental results 

• Solve problems of a chemical nature through application of knowledge of experimental approaches 

• Apply knowledge to connect solutions and approaches to new problems 

• Effectively communicate data and information to the scientific community through written and oral formats 

• Demonstrate and share ethical values of scientific research, as well as chemistry’s impact on the environment and society 

In the biochemistry concentration, you will learn the chemistry of life sciences at an advanced level. Instruction in advanced biochemistry, forensic chemistry and toxicology prepares students for graduate studies in biochemistry, forensic science, pharmaceutical and toxicological sciences, as well as professional careers in pharmacy and medicine.  

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for admission to the Chemistry major, students must be enrolled and in good academic standing. It also helps if you’re excited about and interested in a career in science!  

Program Requirements

To graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, students must complete 120 credit hours. These credit hours split among:

• General Education Requirements, or GERs

• Core major courses

• Supporting major courses

• Electives

General Education Requirements (GERs)

All students must complete 40 GER credits. In addition, all science majors must also take these courses to satisfy GERs.

• MATH 131 (College Algebra for science majors)

• BIOL 106 (Fundamentals of cell biology) and

• CHEM 101 - General Chemistry (Prerequisite MATH 131)

Learn more about the program courses you may take as part of the Biochemistry concentration.

Core Courses (43 credits)

Supporting Courses (28 credits)

Electives (9 credits)

Learn how to: 

• Demonstrate and share ethical values of scientific research, as well as chemistry’s impact on the environment and society 

• Recognize interdisciplinary relationships between chemistry and other basic sciences including biology, physics, biophysics, polymers, material sciences, biochemistry, nanotechnology, and mathematics 

• Think critically and analytically on investigation and interpretation of experimental results 

• Solve problems of a chemical nature through application of knowledge of experimental and theoretical approaches 

• Apply knowledge to connect solutions and approaches to new problems 

• Effectively communicate data and information to the scientific community through written and oral formats 

• Demonstrate mastery of chemistry foundations and applications 

• Apply program knowledge to real world questions and issues 

Our renowned faculty design the curriculum to prepare students for careers and pursuits in scientific, professional, and research positions. We welcome students with a passion for science and its applications, who see chemistry as a way to solve the world’s most pressing problems through scientific inquiry.

Learn about the basics of chemical elements, organic and inorganic compounds, concepts and mechanism of chemical reactions, chemical structure and analysis, thermodynamics, as well as instrumentation, experiments, and technologies. Courses in general chemistry, organic and inorganic chemistry, physical chemistry, biochemistry, and polymer chemistry provide in-depth instruction in fundamentals concepts and theories, principles, and techniques.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for admission to the Chemistry major, students must be enrolled and in good academic standing. It also helps if you’re excited about and interested in a career in science!

Program Requirements

To graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Life Sciences, students must complete 120 credit hours. These credit hours split among:

• General Education Requirements, or GERs

• Core major courses

• Supporting major courses

• Electives

General Education Requirements (GERs)

All students must complete 40 GER credits. In addition, all science majors must also take these courses to satisfy GERs.

• MATH 131 (College Algebra for science majors)

• BIOL 106 (Fundamentals of cell biology) and

• CHEM 101 - General Chemistry (Prerequisite MATH 131)

Learn more about the program courses you may take as part of the Chemistry major.

Core Courses (40 credits)

Supporting Courses (24 credits)

Electives (any courses totaling 15 credits)

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Biology students can also choose from 2 other concentrations to learn the foundational skills that prepare you for advanced study, or any medical career with research or analytical responsibilities:

• Pre-Medicine
• Pre-Pharmacy 

Learn how to: 

• Apply core biological science concepts to real world scenarios

• Master the scientific method and scientific primary literature, experiment design and application, as well as data evaluation

• Apply biological knowledge to individual, community, and global issues

• Master basic laboratory skills and techniques across multiple biology disciplines

• Think critically to formulate problems, gather and analyze data, as well as interpret results

• Effectively communicate biological information to the scientific community through written and oral formats

• Translate and apply skills to graduate or professional studies and/or career goals 

• Demonstrate scientifically ethical conduct, as well as an awareness of legal and ethical implications of scientific issues in society

The Pre-Physician Assistant focus of this program is designed to help students apply biological science theories, principles, and techniques to careers and professional programs related to medicine, pharmacy, and physician assistantships.  

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for admission to the Biology and Life Sciences program, students must be currently enrolled and in good academic standing. It also helps if you’re excited about and interested in a career in science!

Program Requirements

To graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Life Sciences, students must complete 120 credit hours. These credit hours split among: 

• General Education Requirements, or GERs  

• Core major courses  

• Supporting major courses

• Electives 

General Education Requirements (GERs)

All students must complete 40 GER credits. In addition, all science majors must also take these courses to satisfy GERs:

• MATH 131 (College Algebra for science majors)  

• BIOL 106 (Fundamentals of cell biology)

• CHEM 101 - General Chemistry (Prerequisite MATH 131) 

Learn more about the program courses you may take as part of the Pre-Physician Assistant track within the Applied Sciences concentration of the Biology major.

Core Courses (38 credits)

Supporting Courses (33 credits)

Electives (9 credits)

Learn how to: 

• Apply core biological science concepts to real world scenarios

• Master the scientific method and scientific primary literature, experiment design and application, as well as data evaluation

• Apply biological knowledge to individual, community, and global issues

• Master basic laboratory skills and techniques across multiple biology disciplines

• Think critically to formulate problems, gather and analyze data, as well as interpret results

• Effectively communicate biological information to the scientific community through written and oral formats

• Translate and apply skills to graduate or professional studies and/or career goals 

• Demonstrate scientifically ethical conduct, as well as an awareness of legal and ethical implications of scientific issues in society

The Pre-pharmacy concentration focuses on helping students apply biological science theories, principles, and techniques to careers and professional programs related to medicine, pharmacy, and physician assistantships.

Biology students can choose from 2 other concentrations to learn the foundational skills that prepare you for advanced study, or any medical career with research or analytical responsibilities:

• Pre-Medicine

• Pre-Physician assistant

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for admission to the Biology and Life Sciences program, students must be currently enrolled and in good academic standing. It also helps if you’re excited about and interested in a career in science!

Program Requirements

To graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Life Sciences, students must complete 120 credit hours. These credit hours split among:

• General Education Requirements, or GERs

• Core major courses

• Supporting major courses

• Electives

General Education Requirements (GERs)

All students must complete 40 GER credits. In addition, all science majors must also take these courses to satisfy GERs:

• MATH 131 (College Algebra for science majors)  

• BIOL 106 (Fundamentals of cell biology)

• CHEM 101 - General Chemistry (Prerequisite MATH 131) 

Learn more about the program courses you may take as part of the Pre-pharmacy track within the Applied Sciences concentration of the Biology major.

Core Courses (30 credits)

Supporting Courses (41 credits)

Electives (9 credits)

Learn how to: 

• Apply core biological science concepts to real world scenarios
• Master the scientific method and scientific primary literature, experiment design and application, as well as data evaluation
• Apply biological knowledge to individual, community, and global issues
• Master basic laboratory skills and techniques across multiple biology disciplines>
• Think critically to formulate problems, gather and analyze data, as well as interpret results
• Effectively communicate biological information to the scientific community through written and oral formats
• Translate and apply skills to graduate or professional studies and/or career goals
• Demonstrate scientifically ethical conduct, as well as an awareness of legal and ethical implications of scientific issues in society

The Pre-Medicine focus of this program is designed to help students apply biological science theories, principles, and techniques to careers and professional programs related to medicine, pharmacy, and physician assistantships.  

Biology students can choose from 2 other concentrations to learn the foundational skills that prepare you for advanced study, or any medical career with research or analytical responsibilities:

• Pre-pharmacy
• Pre-physician assistant

Admission requirements

To be eligible for admission to the Biology and Life Sciences program, students must be currently enrolled and in good academic standing. It also helps if you’re excited about and interested in a career in science!  

Program Requirements

To graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Life Sciences, students must complete 120 credit hours. These credit hours split among: 

• General Education Requirements, or GERs  
• Core major courses  
• Supporting major courses 
• Electives 

General Education Requirements (GERs)

All students must complete 40 GER credits. In addition, all science majors must also take these courses to satisfy GERs:

• MATH 131 (College Algebra for science majors)  
• BIOL 106 (Fundamentals of cell biology)
• CHEM 101 - General Chemistry (Prerequisite MATH 131) 

Learn more about the program courses you may take as part of the Pre-medicine track within the Applied Sciences concentration of the Biology major.

Core Courses (34 credits)

Supporting Courses (37 credits)

Electives (9 credits)

Minor Requirements

To graduate with a minor in biology, students must complete 18 credit hours with a grade of “C’ or better in each minor course:  

• BIOL 103 General Botany
• BIOL 104 General Zoology
• BIOL 308 Microbiology
• 6 elective biology credits

Additional Minor Requirements for Nursing Students

There are a few more course requirements for nursing students who want to pursue a biology minor. Those course requirements are:  

• BIOL 103 General Botany
• BIOL 402 Principles of Genetics or CHEM 102 General Chemistry II

Learn how to: 

• Apply core biological science concepts to real world scenarios

• Master the scientific method and scientific primary literature, experiment design and application, as well as data evaluation

• Apply biological knowledge to individual, community, and global issues

• Master basic laboratory skills and techniques across multiple biology disciplines

• Think critically to formulate problems, gather and analyze data, as well as interpret results

• Effectively communicate biological information to the scientific community through written and oral formats

• Translate and apply skills to graduate or professional studies and/or career goals 

• Demonstrate scientifically ethical conduct, as well as an awareness of legal and ethical implications of scientific issues in society

This curriculum is designed for students interested in learning and applying scientific knowledge towards careers in biomedicine, allied health professions, and environmental sciences. You’ll get experience in biology lab instrumentation, biotechnology methods, as well as the study of models and physiology experiments. Courses in plant and animal sciences, human anatomy and physiology, microbiology, cell and molecular biology, and environmental science provide in-depth instruction in fundamental concepts and theories, principles, and techniques.

In the area of applied sciences, choose from 3 concentration options and get a head start into your medical or pharmaceutical career: 

• Pre-medicine
• Pre-pharmacy
• Pre-physician assistant

Regardless of your chosen concentration, our Biology and Life Sciences degree prepares students for advanced study, or any medical career with research or analytical responsibilities. 

Admission requirements

To be eligible for admission to the Biology and Life Sciences program, students must be currently enrolled and in good academic standing. It also helps if you’re excited about and interested in a career in science!

Program Requirements

To graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Life Sciences, students must complete 120 credit hours. These credit hours split among:

• General Education Requirements, or GERs
• Core major courses
• Supporting major courses
• Electives

General Education Requirements (GERs)

All students must complete 40 GER credits. In addition, all science majors must also take these courses to satisfy GERs. 

• MATH 131 (College Algebra for science majors)
• BIOL 106 (Fundamentals of cell biology) and
• CHEM 101 - General Chemistry (Prerequisite MATH 131)

Core Courses (38 credits)

Supporting Courses (34 credits)

Electives (8 credits)

Minor Requirements

To graduate with a minor in Dance, students must complete 20 credit hours across 3 different areas:

• Core courses (6 credits)
• Dance Technique and/or Cultural Studies (12 credits)
• Body science (2 credits)

Dance Core Courses (6 credits)

Dance Technique and/or Cultural Studies (12 credits)

Body Science Technique Courses (2 credits)