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  • Biology (B.S. or B.A. Degree)

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    Majors Offered: Biology, Conservation Biology

    Degree awarded: Bachelor of Science in Biology, Bachelor of Science in Conservation Biology, Bachelor of Arts in Biology, Bachelor of Arts in Conservation Biology

    Total credit hours: Varies

    Internship/Practicum opportunities: Visit the Career Development Center for internship information.

    About the Biology Major

    At Thiel College, a student majoring in biology or conservation biology receives a broad background in various areas of the biological sciences. Through laboratory and field studies under the mentorship of supportive faculty, biology majors understand and learn to use biological principles and methods. In addition, the relevance of biology to other disciplines is emphasized. Students are prepared upon graduation to enter graduate school, professional school or a range of biology-related careers.

    The requirements for our bachelor’s degrees in biology are structured so that students take at least one course in each of several areas of biology and related sciences. The conservation biology major also provides a broad view of biological sciences while also centered on ecology and environmental conservation.

    Degree Formats

    Thiel provides students the opportunity to select the type of biology bachelor’s degree that best suits their academic and professional interests and goals. Thiel offers the following four degree formats:

    • Bachelor of Science in Biology
    • Bachelor of Arts in Biology
    • Bachelor of Science in Conservation Biology
    • Bachelor of Arts in Conservation Biology

    Students earning a Bachelor of Science take additional courses in chemistry, mathematics, and biological sciences. In contrast, the Bachelor of Arts degree is more flexible, providing the opportunity to pursue a minor or a double major. 

    Visit our Academic Catalog (2023-2024) for more detailed biology course listings.

    Bachelor’s Degree Learning Outcomes

    Students majoring in Biology or Conservation Biology will:

    • Understand biological principles and their implications from the molecular to the ecosystem levels of organization
    • Discover how the social sciences and traditional biology combine in the most effective conservation strategies
    • Study, analyze experimentally and interpret biological problems
    • Communicate effectively about biological and ecological matters

    Biological Sciences Alumni and Careers

    After earning their bachelor’s degree, Thiel College alumni have gone on to become pharmacy technicians, veterinary technicians, laboratory technicians and much more.

    A selection of career opportunities available to biology and conservation biology graduates include:

    Explore more about where Thiel graduates have started their biology careers or continued on to graduate school.

    Biology Scholarship Opportunities

    Thiel College offers scholarships to students for reasons such as academic success, community service or involvement, and exemplary leadership. The scholarships available to biology and conservation biology majors are:

    • Marion G. Resch Science Scholarship at Thiel College
    • Dr. Florence West Tribute to Dr. Bly
    • Ruth and Sheridan Brown Allied Health Scholarship
    • The Dr. Judith A Crissman '64 Endowed Scholarship Fund
    • The Maenpa Family Biotechnology Endowed Scholarship Fund at Thiel College
    • Elizabeth McElhaney Scholarship
    • J. Scott Morrison Endowment for Science and Religion
    • Arthur E. Smith Scholarship Fund
    • TWC Amelia Earhart Scholarship
    • The Ethel Smith Vierheller Award Fund
    • Irene Wintersteen Memorial Science Scholarship

    Learn more about the types of financial aid available to Thiel students.

    Student Clubs and Organizations

    It's easy to get involved at Thiel College. Joining a student club or organization, such as the ones below, is an excellent way to meet others and gain leadership experience.

    • Environmental Club
    • Outdoor Recreation Club
    • Sigma Xi (Scientific Research Society)
    • Beta Beta Beta (National Biology Honorary)

    Visit a full list of student clubs and organizations.

    Find Your Biology Career Path at Thiel

    At Thiel College, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Biology or Conservation Biology provides students with a comprehensive background in the biological sciences that leads to a variety of fulfilling careers. 

    Request information to learn more about majoring in Biology at Thiel.

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