Majors can earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology or Clinical Laboratory Science.

Options in Biology include:

• Botany
• Microbiology
• Zoology
• Medical Sciences*
• Science/Biology Teacher Certification

...all leading to a Bachelor of Science degree.

Students intending to pursue medical careers or professional programs should choose the Bachelor of Science in Biology with a medical sciences option. The Medical Sciences option offers two possible minors in either:

• Chemistry (for students wishing to pursue a professional school, such as medical school, dental school, optometry school, and veterinarian programs) or in
• Psychology (for students wishing to pursue a physical and occupational therapy program)

Why Study Biology at Western Illinois University?

Few biology departments offer research and field experiences to undergraduates - a strength of our department is our commitment to undergraduate research .

An Established Commitment to a High-Quality Undergraduate Education

The Biology undergraduate major features:

• Courses taught by faculty members, not graduate students
• An active faculty advisor program and an active career advising/career development program
• A wide variety of courses providing a strong background in the natural and social sciences, humanities, and writing
• A curriculum which supports students pursuing their individual academic interests
• Libraries with Internet access to biology and research journals
• Easily accessible computer labs for student use