Why Should I Choose Biology?

Biology is not merely a collection of facts, but a process of discovery. You'll participate actively in this process in the classroom, laboratory, and field. Each course provides a framework for examining the scientific process as a means to master current knowledge and to address the complex problems of the future. Starting in your first-year courses, you will learn approaches to science and develop your own research projects.


What Will I Learn Through Biology?

The Biology degree's core curriculum explores the major disciplines and examines both the diversity of life and the functional aspects of living systems. The core courses encompass a wide spectrum of biological sciences, from molecules and cells to populations and ecosystems using evolutionary adaptation as a recurrent theme. Advanced courses and specialized concentrations allow you to pursue areas of special interest. We stress independence and initiative, and many students participate in internships and in research with faculty mentors.


What Can I Do With A Biology Degree?

Elmira College Biology degree graduates have continued on to work in biomedical research, academics, fisheries, marine ecology, private industry, medical school, veterinary school, physical therapy, as physician assistants, in K-12 education, as well as state and federal government. Alumni frequently return to campus to talk with our current students about potential career paths.

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Major & Minor Requirements

Major & Minor Requirements

The Biology program includes a core set of required courses that all Biology majors complete, including coursework in chemistry, genetics, statistics, and evolution.

Evolution, Ecology and Behavior Concentration

Evolution, Ecology and Behavior Concentration

This concentration is well-suited for you if you plan to work in areas of plant and animal conservation biology, wildlife and fisheries biology, ecology, evolution, marine ecology, or animal behavior.

Molecular Concentration

Molecular Concentration

This concentration is ideal if you have career aspirations to conduct research in industry, academia, public health, or medicine.

Medical Concentration

Medical Concentration

The Medical Biology concentration is for anyone planning to study medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, or other health professions.

General Concentration

General Concentration

This concentration will let you keep all options open and gives you the opportunity to investigate a broad mix of elective courses.

Careers

Careers

Elmira College Biology major alumni work in industry, laboratories, aquariums, museums and nature centers, K-12 schools, colleges and universities, clinics, and hospitals across the country and around the world.

Internships & Opportunities

Internships & Opportunities

Biology majors have opportunities to participate in activities beyond class and lab. Students participate in honor societies, travel courses, research, and internships to apply what they have learned as a Biology major.

Faculty

Faculty

The professors in the Biology department are dedicated teachers and academic advisors.

Contact

Contact

Do you have questions about the Biology program? Please contact us.

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