Harrisonburg,
VA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
The biology department provides a specialized track within the biology major for students fascinated by bacteriology, virology, immunology, parasitology, and infectious diseases. Those selecting the microbiology concentration must fulfill all standard biology major prerequisites, along with these additional specialized requirements.
Students can pursue either a four-year B.A. or B.S. in biology. The B.A. program requires intermediate foreign language proficiency plus three philosophy credits. Through its rigorous curriculum, research initiatives, and community involvement, the Biology Department delivers exceptional learning experiences that foster analytical skills, effective communication, ethical decision-making, and career readiness.