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Pursuing a biology degree at USD equips you with essential research and analytical abilities while exploring crucial scientific subjects like climate change, biodiversity conservation, stem-cell technology, medical breakthroughs, and genetic engineering. The program offers flexibility to customize your studies through specializations like human dynamics, transforming your USD education into a perfect springboard for your professional journey. Learn from dedicated faculty mentors who provide hands-on research opportunities in laboratories or outdoor settings.
This comprehensive scientific foundation prepares you for medical school, health professions, or careers in environmental protection, ecological studies, biotech innovation, genetic research, and brain science. Embrace your scientific curiosity and discover the wonders of life as a biology student.
International students who have officially completed secondary school (high school) in either the United States or their home country may apply for undergraduate admission. High school (secondary school) transcript with grade point average equivalent to 2.6 on a 4.0 scale.
English Language Requirements:
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) - 71 or higher (iBT), 530 or higher (paper test), IELTS (International English Language Testing System) - 6.0 or higher, Cambridge International Examinations English subject O-Level with B or higher, English subject A-Level with C or higher; International Baccalaureate (IB) - IB English A (4 or higher) or IB English B (6 or higher).