Biology Chair’s Message

 

•  Comprehensive Biology

•  Biology with GIS Certification

Whether you’re preparing for medical or graduate school, pursuing a career in science education, or entering a STEM profession, our curriculum is designed to open doors.

We also offer a two-year Pre-Nursing program to help students meet admission requirements for professional nursing schools.

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Why Choose Us?

•  600+ Undergraduate Majors: One of the largest departments on campus

•  Proven Success: Alumni go on to careers in medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, pharmacy, academia, and more

•  Teacher Training: Strong support for future science educators in Texas and beyond

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Hands-On Learning & Research

Students have access to scholarships, internships, and cutting-edge research opportunities. Faculty research is supported by prestigious grants from the National Science Foundation (NSF), National Institutes of Health (NIH), and other public and private organizations.

Our students often:

•  Participate in summer research programs

•  Present at regional, national, and international conferences

•  Co-author peer-reviewed scientific publications

We foster a dynamic culture of discovery, scientific excellence, and academic rigor.

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Graduate Studies

Our Master of Science (M.S.) in Biology program offers advanced training and original research in areas such as:

•  Immunology

•  Cell Signaling

•  Space Life sciences

•  Microbiology

•  Epigenetics

•  Breast Cancer Biology

•  Molecular Evolution

•  C. elegans Biology

•  Phylogenetics

Several faculty also support the university’s Ph.D. program in Environmental Toxicology, in collaboration with the Department of Environmental Science and Interdisciplinary Studies.

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Explore. Discover. Succeed.

Join a department committed to helping you grow into a competitive, research-ready, and career-focused graduate.