The major in biology leads to either the B.A. or the B.S. degree. The B.S. degree is intended for students interested in graduate study in biological science or the health professions (medicine, dentistry, or veterinary medicine). In addition to biology requirements, students pursuing a B.S. degree take general chemistry, organic chemistry, and calculus. Students pursuing the B.S. degree are also able to personalize their curriculum with elective courses in one of five tracks: Biological Sciences; Ecology and Environmental Science; Genetics, Genomics, and Evolution; Integrative and Biomedical Sciences; and Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology. Students are also encouraged to gain practical experience and academic credit through the University.
You may incur additional costs in the course of your education at the University over and above tuition fees in an academic year such as laptops, study materials and additional resources.
Take small seminar courses with fewer than 15 students and build close relationships with faculty as you learn about their unique research interests, studying life from molecular, cellular, organism, community and global perspectives.
Learn by doing as you complete independent research and/or pursue internships.
Get advice for success through the Department of Biology’s peer mentoring program, then serve as a mentor yourself during your junior or senior year.
The International Year One is the perfect pathway if you want a undergraduate degree from a UK, EU or US University but do not meet the requirements for direct entry.
The IY1 course provides an intensive combination of first year University subject modules with English language skills.
Following successful completion of the IY1 you will continue onto your second year degree study directly with the University of your choice.
Learn more about International Year OneYou can find the applicable international student course fee for your chosen pathway study route listed below.
| Intake | VEPT | Program Duration | Tuition Fees |
| Fall 2025 | 51+ | 3 terms | $47,200 |
Please note that the above fee does not include accommodation, dining, or insurance. Additionally, it does not include tuition applicable to your degree course continued at Syracuse University.
| VEPT | Program Duration | Tuition Fees |
| 37-40 | 20 weeks | $10,000 |
| 41-45 | 12 weeks | $6,000 |
| 46-50 | 6 weeks | $3,000 |
Progressing students into Syracuse University receive the following merit awards for each
subsequent year of enrollment based on the cumulative GPA earned upon the completion of the 30 credit hours:
• A GPA between 3.25 and 3.49 is $10,000 per year
• A GPA between 3.5 and 3.74 is $15,000 per year
• A GPA greater than 3.75 is $20,000 per year
Applying is easy. Complete the online application form and follow the instructions. If you have any queries, please contact us.
