bachelor of science in biology
Texas A&M University-Texarkana
Create Your Career
If you’re seeking an exciting, ever-changing career in a high-demand field, start building your future with a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Texas A&M-Texarkana. This program offers minor concentrations in pre-health, biomedical science, environmental science and chemistry, with opportunities for collaborative research and customized degree plans within a hands-on learning environment. With a degree in biology, you’ll gain access to a wide range of career choices in high-demand fields, from research to teaching, medicine to ecology and wildlife management to agricultural development. With new discoveries being made everyday, the field of biology promises to remain vital and ever-changing for those who seek an exciting and interesting career.
Program pathway options:
Associate of Science in Biology
Associate of Science in Chemistry
Dual Enrollment
Texas A&M University-Texarkana & Blinn College District
Duration
2-4 Years
Total Credit Hours
120 Hours
Requirements
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Careers And Median Salaries
Biological science teacher
$98,710
biological scientist
$82,530
environmental scientist or specialist
$81,240
agriculture and food scientist (research & dev)
$78,340
Our Graduates Have Landed
Here’s where you can find our alumni:
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
- Theoretical and technical skills through experiential learning
- High-quality education experiences across the major branches of biology, ranging from molecular & cellular biology, genetics, environmental sciences, microbiology, and evolution
- Recommended for students preparing for graduate programs in biological sciences or any professional programs in health and medical sciences such as medical, dental, or veterinary schools
- Minor options in environmental science, chemistry, pre-health, and biomedical science as well as teacher certifications with a focus in science education allow students greater flexibility in their preparation for in-demand careers within the biology and life sciences industry
Faculty Spotlight
biology
Dr. Schmidl's research interests include exploring bacterial signaling principles underlying host-specific adaptation and virulence. By understanding these regulatory processes, it will eventually be possible to create new treatment regimens for infectious diseases.FAQ
Biology Teacher, Biological Scientist, Environmental Scientist, Agriculture & Food Scientist, Research and Development
Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Evolutionary Biology
Texas A&M-RELLIS offers a free career assessment to help determine your career interests and a major to match. Visit Vita Navis to learn more.
Free Access Code: TAMUSrellis-ExploreNS
This program is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
Book an appointment here: Microsoft Bookings
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Scholarship Amount | GPA Requirement | Enrollment Requirement | Additional Criteria | |
---|---|---|---|---|
New Transfer Students | $2,000 Yearly | 2.75 College GPA | 12+ hours (consortium hours with Blinn included) | All new admits meeting this criteria will qualify |
New Transfer Students | $1,000-$1,400 | 2.75 GPA | 6 hours=$1,000 9 hours=$1,400 (consortium hours with Blinn included) | All new admits meeting this criteria will qualify |
Continuing Scholarship Students | $2,000 Yearly | 2.75 GPA | 12+ hours (consortium hours with Blinn included) | Must successfully complete 30 hours per academic year (fall/spring.summer) |
Continuing Scholarship Students | $1,000-$1,400 | 2.75 GPA | 6 hours=$1,000 9 hours=$1,400 (consortium hours with Blinn included) | Must successfully complete as many hours as attempted per academic year (fall/spring.summer) |
Create Your Career
If you’re seeking an exciting, ever-changing career in a high-demand field, start building your future with a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Texas A&M-Texarkana. This program offers minor concentrations in pre-health, biomedical science, environmental science and chemistry, with opportunities for collaborative research and customized degree plans within a hands-on learning environment. With a degree in biology, you’ll gain access to a wide range of career choices in high-demand fields, from research to teaching, medicine to ecology and wildlife management to agricultural development. With new discoveries being made on a daily basis, the field of biology promises to remain vital and ever-changing for those who seek an exciting and interesting career.
Program pathway options:
Associate of Science in Biology
Associate of Science in Chemistry
Dual Enrollment
Texas A&M University-Texarkana & Blinn College District
Duration
2-4 Years
Total Credit Hours
120 Hours
Requirements
View or Download Requirements
Careers And Median Salaries
Biological Scientist Teacher
$98,710
biological scientist
$82,530
environmental scientist or specialist
$81,240
agriculture and food scientist (research & dev)
$78,340
Zoologist & Wildlife Biologists
$64,650
Research and development (physical/engineering/life sciences)
$64,420
Secondary School Teacher
$63,910
Our Graduates Have Landed
Here’s where you can find our alumni:
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
- Theoretical and technical skills through experiential learning
- High-quality education experiences across the major branches of biology, ranging from molecular & cellular biology, genetics, environmental sciences, microbiology, and evolution
- Recommended for students preparing for graduate programs in biological sciences or any professional programs in health and medical sciences such as medical, dental, or veterinary schools
- Minor options in environmental science, chemistry, pre-health, and biomedical science as well as teacher certifications with a focus in science education allow students greater flexibility in their preparation for in-demand careers within the biology and life sciences industry
Faculty Spotlight
Sebastian Schmidl, PhD
biology
Related Degree Programs
FAQ
Biology Teacher, Biological Scientist, Environmental Scientist, Agriculture & Food Scientist, Research and Development
Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Evolutionary Biology
Texas A&M-RELLIS offers a free career assessment to help determine your career interests and a major to match. Visit Vita Navis to learn more.
Free Access Code: TAMUSrellis-ExploreNS
This program is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts a 6% growth rate in this field.
- Link to appointment/contact page: Microsoft Bookings
Click here to apply now.
Scholarship Amount | GPA Requirement | Enrollment Requirement | Additional Criteria | |
---|---|---|---|---|
New Transfer Students | $2,000 Yearly | 2.75 College GPA | 12+ hours (consortium hours with Blinn included) | All new admits meeting this criteria will qualify |
New Transfer Students | $1,000-$1,400 | 2.75 GPA | 6 hours=$1,000 9 hours=$1,400 (consortium hours with Blinn included) | All new admits meeting this criteria will qualify |
Continuing Scholarship Students | $2,000 Yearly | 2.75 GPA | 12+ hours (consortium hours with Blinn included) | Must successfully complete 30 hours per academic year (fall/spring.summer) |
Continuing Scholarship Students | $1,000-$1,400 | 2.75 GPA | 6 hours=$1,000 9 hours=$1,400 (consortium hours with Blinn included) | Must successfully complete as many hours as attempted per academic year (fall/spring.summer) |
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We’re here to help! If you have questions about the application process, a specific degree program, or anything else, simply fill out the form and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.