BSc in Biology- Ecology and Conservation Biology in Bowling Green United States | Bowling Green State University

Ecology examines how organisms interact with their environment and each other, shaping their distribution and population sizes. This field underpins Conservation Biology, where biological principles are applied to protect and revive Earth's biodiversity. Students pursuing a Bachelor of Science with an Ecology and Conservation Biology (ECB) focus will build expertise in ecological systems, evolutionary processes, and organismal studies while mastering quantitative analysis and technical competencies needed for professional roles or further academic pursuits. ECB alumni will be well-positioned for careers with corporations, government bodies, or environmental consultancies involved in conservation evaluations, ecological studies, habitat rehabilitation, or species management—whether rare, commercially significant, or invasive—as well as advanced studies in ecology or conservation science.
At BGSU's Department of Biological Sciences, we cultivate analytical skills in emerging scientists through interactive education, personalized research opportunities, and cross-disciplinary partnerships.

Our programs include bachelor's degrees in general biology, microbiology, and neuroscience, with specialized tracks available in ecology/conservation biology, forensic biology, marine/aquatic biology, and pre-health studies.

By combining rigorous coursework with hands-on research, we empower students to become curious investigators and socially aware professionals attuned to economic and environmental challenges. As a fundamental science, biology unlocks understanding of life processes, creating pathways to careers in research, healthcare, and environmental sectors. BGSU provides exceptional biological science curricula that equip graduates with the critical thinking skills demanded across diverse professional landscapes.

Our undergraduates gain practical experience through research initiatives, field studies, and internships—opportunities often reserved for graduate students elsewhere.

Campus resources feature specialized labs for herpetology and microbiology, advanced microscopy centers, an ecological field station, greenhouse complexes, and a herbarium housing 20,000 plant specimens.