Bachelor of Science - Biology

The biology program at Alma College will introduce students to the study of life and provides abundant opportunities for individual research. General offerings include genetics, physiology, microbiology, botany and ecology. More advanced courses are offered in animal behavior, aquatic biology, immunology, evolution and more.

Alma College is a great place to start a career in medicine, dentistry or veterinary science; biotechnology; biological research; environmental biology and high school biology teaching.

Alma believes that the best learning happens through doing. Throughout their courses, students will have the opportunity to put everything they study into practice through hands-on lab work, practicums and research experience.

Career opportunities for graduates of the biology program span the professions in health, ecology, natural resources and teaching. Alma’s program also provides strong preparation for graduate school. Alma alumni are working as environmental consultants, epidemiologists, naturalists, physicians, cancer researchers, botanists and teachers.