BA in Biology in Indiana United States | Indiana University of Pennsylvania

Selecting a single college major can be challenging. As a biology student working toward a Bachelor of Arts at Indiana University of Pennsylvania, you'll value the adaptable scheduling that enables pursuing a dual major or adding a minor in areas like anthropology, business administration, computer science, criminology (for forensic studies), English (for technical communication), geoscience, or foreign languages.

At IUP, you'll explore diverse biological concepts through both classroom instruction and practical experiences. The biology faculty at IUP are deeply dedicated to engaging students in fieldwork and hands-on research initiatives.

Your coursework will include foundational classes like Principles of Biology, Botany, General Zoology, Microbiology, Genetics, and Physics. You'll also select specialized biology electives such as Field Botany, Ornithology, Field Zoology, Ecology, Immunology, Limnology, Animal Behavior, Plant Physiology, and Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy. Complementary courses in chemistry, mathematics, and geoscience will round out your studies, with internship opportunities available as well.

IUP's Biology Department combines the advantages of major research universities with the close-knit academic environment typically found at smaller institutions, offering students the ideal balance.