Information About Majoring in Biology
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Our program has numerous degree options
Note that tracks and concentrations are specific courses of study but only a concentration is mentioned on a diploma.
BS in Biology
BS in Biology with a Concentration in Biotechnology (this is also appropriate for pre-medical students)
BS in Biology for Clinical Life Sciences (CLS) track
BA in Human Biological Sciences (this degree is for students interested in a career as a Physician's Assistant and is not for pre-medical students)
Biology Minor
MS in Biology (Thesis and Non-Thesis Options)
Biology Course Descriptions
Roadmaps for Graduation
Four-year Roadmap for BS Biology
Four-year Roadmap for BS Biology with Biotechnology Concentration
Four-year Roadmap for BA Human Biology
Concentration Outlines
BS Biology Catalog 2018-present
BS Biology Biotechnology Concentration 2018-present
BA Human Biology Catalog 2018-present
Advising Links and References
Course Descriptions
General Education Requirements
Class Schedule Search
Academic Calendars
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Course Substitution Form
M.S. in Biology Graduate Guide
MS Biology Thesis Proposal Guidelines
MS Biology Thesis Format Guidelines
Pre-medical Students
Biology is an ideal major for students interested in applying to medical school after graduation. A degree in Biology will prepare you to succeed on the Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT). A good score on this exam is important for getting into medical school. Here is a link to MCAT information:
https://students-residents.aamc.org/taking-mcat-exam/taking-mcat-exam An additional reason majoring in Biology will help you in your medical studies is that when you attend medical school you will take many classes that cover topics in biology, thus you will have a head start to succeeding in medical school.
Registration is available for the MCAT in the CSUB Testing Center.
The testing center is located in the Modular Building next to the University Police Department. Suggested parking lots to the Testing Center are Lot H and I.
Find building #60 on the CSUB Campus Map.
