Biology
Explore life at every level and turn curiosity into impact.
BVU’s Biology program builds a strong foundation in the life sciences while connecting classroom learning with real-world experience in labs, the field, and beyond.
Why study Biology at BVU
A BVU biology degree is built on applied learning, professional preparation, and personalized mentorship.
Research Alongside Faculty
Gain hands-on research experience with faculty mentors and access to advanced labs.
Share Your Work
Opportunities to present research at local, regional, and national conferences
Your Path to Graduate School
Strong pathways to veterinary, nursing, and graduate school
Learning Beyond the Classroom
Fully funded travel and real-world learning opportunities.
Hands-On Experiences
Gain real-world experience through fieldwork, lab research, and interdisciplinary study in areas like genetic engineering, food safety, and biotechnology. Biology students work alongside faculty and conduct research in advanced labs, with opportunities at leading institutions like the Mayo Clinic and state research centers.
Learn by doing, from day one
Students actively explore biology through research, lab work, and field experience.
Foundations in math, biology, chemistry, and scientific inquiry
Continued progression in foundational science courses, lab experiences, fieldwork, career preparation, and internships
Advanced research, specialized elective courses
Earn While You Learn
The Stine Endowment provides BVU School of Science students with exclusive access to internships, research, conference presentations, and science-focused travel opportunities through up to $75,000 in annual funding beyond financial aid.
Rural Health Fellowship (RHF), is a three-week fully-funded interim internship to gain hands-on experience in dentistry, chiropractic medicine, occupational therapy, physical therapy.
Christian Kladstrup '18
During his four years at BVU, Christian was an academic assistant, a resident assistant, and served on the Student Senate. Christian also completed an extensive research project as part of BVU’s Honors Program. During his final two years at BVU, Christian received an URMED internship as well as a summer internship at the Mayo Clinic with the Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) program. Christian is now attending medical school at Des Moines University, where he is pursuing a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree.
BVU biology graduates go far.
Where this degree can take you
Curriculum Highlights
Your coursework is designed to build the knowledge and skills needed for success in your field. Click here for complete program requirements and course descriptions in the Academic Catalog.
Meet the People Behind Your Program
Build a career of influence.
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