Department of Biology

Here, you will learn from award-winning professors as you tailor your degree plan to fit your interests. In addition to quality programs in field biology, research and teaching, we have one of the top pre-med programs in the state.

Programs

Biology

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Biology
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Biology with Secondary Teacher Certification in Life Science
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)/Master of Science (M.S.) Integrated Biology

In Person

Our biology degree is part of a leading pre-med program. It will also prepare you for careers in field biology, research, education or life science.

Biology M.S.

Master of Science (M.S.) in Biology

In Person

A biology master’s degree will prepare you to start or advance your career in field biology, biology research, biology education and other fields.

More Options

Department News

ASU Trailblazer: Dr. Michael Patyrak, Oct 9

Class of 2002, B.S. in Biology

Oct 8

National Science Foundation Grant to Fund Biology Research in the Amazon, Oct 8

Oct 2

Biology Prof & Student Complete Research Trip to Brazil, Oct 2

<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “It’s really hard for undergraduates to get research opportunities at other universities. If you do research, often you can’t do other things. Whereas at ASU, they want you to do research; they want you to branch out; they want you to ask questions and push yourself.” <a href="/iamangelo/hope.php">Hope Jenson</a>, Biology, ROTC </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “My favorite part of cell biology is gaining hands-on experience in our labs.” <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PD4M2G_4q_M">Ravae Garcia</a>, Biology, ROTC, Class of 2023 </blockquote>

Around the Department

The field of biology is always changing, and new discoveries are made all the time. You can join an exciting world of professionals who make those discoveries, protect our environment, teach the scientists of the future, and care for our citizens in hospitals and healthcare facilities.

Take a look at some other aspects of our department that make ASU an outstanding place to study biology.

Angelo State Biology students inside the greenhouse looking at plants and taking notes.

Amazing Facilities

You can study and research in the Angelo State Natural History Collections that house about 100,000 specimens of plants, birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians from around the world. Plus, our new full-size Greenhouse just opened, and biology students have priority access.

Two female students working in the field at night

Tri-Beta

Our chapter of the Tri-Beta national biological honor society is the most decorated chapter in the nation. Go on field trips, participate in community service, and enjoy chapter social events as you really get to know your fellow students and professors.

Ashton White scrubbing in during her fellowship in Hungary.

Pre-Health Professions Programs

The medical school acceptance rate for graduates of our pre-med program is about 15% higher than the state average. Plus, we have pre-health programs for students interested in being dentists, podiatrists, chiropractors, optometrists and clinical lab assistants.