Biology
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On Campus
Study Living Organisms
Biology provides a broad perspective in the biological sciences. You can tailor your studies to match your interests in health sciences, animal or plant physiology, cell and molecular biology, ecology or environmental studies, or evolution and systematics. This degree is designed for students who wish to take more courses outside of the natural sciences.
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The courses you choose will open up a wealth of career opportunities — not lock you into one occupation. You’ll extend your education way beyond the classroom to every area of your life.
Career Options
There are many options available to Biology majors. A partial list would include admission to pre-professional schools (medical, dental, veterinary, physical therapy, etc.), graduate studies, or immediate employment as a naturalist, park technician, assistant pathologist, lab technician, technical sales representative, research technician, museum curator, fisheries manager, environmental planner, municipal zookeeper, environmental impact analyst, or high school biology teacher.
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Your college experience here will be one of the most exciting times of your life. To make sure of this, we’ll provide you with a powerful support system.
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90%
First-to-second year retention
Miami University Data
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21st
Among Public Universities in the United States for Four-Year Graduation Rate
The Chronicle of Higher Education Almanac
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96%
of 2018-2019 graduates who were employed or furthering their education by fall 2019
Miami University Data
Testimonials
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There’s a lot of hands-on experience that I’ve had access to that I think a lot of people don’t. It’s been incredible, and I think it’s solidified my own understanding of what I want to do with my life.
Ieva Juska '19
Biology and Environmental Earth Science
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