Bachelor of Arts in Biology

As a biology major, you’ll gain a panoramic view of life—from the molecular to the ecosystem level—and explore a wide variety of career paths in the fields of microbiology, biotechnology, healthcare, and marine science. Your classroom and lab experiences will teach you scientific research methods and reporting, while an internship or senior project at one of Boston's premier hospitals or research facilities will help you deepen your knowledge and broaden your network. Thanks to our faculty-to-student ratio, you’ll receive personalized attention in classes typically 20 students or less, as well as during one-on-one academic and career advising. Specialized advising for healthcare tracks, including pre-med and pre-dental programs, is readily available. Students from our program frequently go on to pursue advanced degrees in medicine, healthcare, and research or lead successful careers in research science, biomedical jobs, and conservation.Students in our biology program will:Master a variety of laboratory techniques, such as cell culture, sterile technique, microscopy and histology, and ecological observationCritically assess and engage with biological literature and write reviews of scientific papersLearn statistical programming and data analysisGain hands-on experience at Boston-based partner institutions working in research labs or with patientsDevelop communication skills to effectively present research in various settings, including undergraduate science meetings and professional scientific conferencesDepending on your area of focus, you can earn a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science in Biology. All students take foundational courses in cell biology, organismal biology, genetics, and ecology. Emphasizing experiential learning opportunities, our curriculum also includes corresponding laboratories and field work to help you develop and enhance your technical and critical-thinking skills. Additionally, if you have a specific professional interest, you can choose to specialize your studies by pursuing one of our three concentrations.