BS (Hons) Biology

The BS (Hons) Biology program at Baylor University is a rigorous and comprehensive undergraduate degree that provides students with a solid foundation in biological sciences. The program covers a wide range of topics, including molecular biology, genetics, evolutionary biology, and ecology, as well as specialized courses in areas such as bioinformatics and biomedical engineering. Students will also have the opportunity to engage in research projects and gain hands-on experience in laboratory settings. The program is designed to prepare students for a variety of career paths in the biological sciences, including research, teaching, and healthcare.

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Baylor University is ranked as one of the top 100 universities in the world by Times Higher Education, and its Biology department is highly respected for its research excellence. The university's campus is located in Waco, Texas, which offers a unique blend of southern charm and big city amenities. Baylor University has a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, and students can take advantage of numerous student organizations and community outreach programs.

Discover Your Passion for Biology at Baylor University

Baylor University offers a world-class education in biology, with state-of-the-art facilities and a diverse range of courses that prepare students for exciting and rewarding careers. The university's commitment to research excellence means that students have access to cutting-edge technology and expert faculty mentorship. Plus, the campus location offers a unique blend of southern charm and big city amenities, providing an unforgettable student experience.

Studying biology at Baylor is a journey that will give you a new perspective on the world. You will learn from a variety of biologists; some who study life at the molecular or cellular level, and others focus on the ecological and environmental questions concerning entire communities and ecosystems.

Baylor biologists recognize that the scientific process is a tool that can be used to understand the workings of the natural world and to solve many concerns of our time. We strive to teach students to become excellent observers and to develop a creative eye for the applications of biology.

An understanding of biological science prepares you to be an investigator of living things at many levels. This translates into careers in healthcare, education, biotechnology, ecology, and many other areas.

Complete with grades of “C” or better either BIO 1305 - BIO 1105 or BIO 1405; and either BIO 1306 - BIO 1106 or BIO 1406; or their equivalents.  A grade of “C-” or lower is not acceptable.

Students may transfer credit for these courses as long as the courses were taken prior to matriculation at Baylor.

Students may repeat each of the introductory (BIO 1305 - BIO 1105, BIO 1405, BIO 1306 - BIO 1106, BIO 1406) courses only once if they fail to earn a “C” or better the first time they take the course.  Withdrawing from the course counts as one of the two allowed attempts.

Current Baylor students must have a minimum 3.3 cumulative GPA and at least 12 hours in residence to request to major in Biology.