BS Microbiology (Medical Microbiology) at Arizona State University

Programme overview

In the Bachelor of Science program in microbiology with a concentration in medical microbiology, you focus on the biology of microorganisms and their roles in human health and disease. You examine bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites while exploring the mechanisms of infection, immunity and disease prevention. Coursework integrates microbiology, genetics, immunology, molecular biology, biochemistry and physiology to prepare you for professional and research careers.

Faculty: The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences | Department: School of Life Sciences | Study mode: full-time | Location: Tempe, AZ, United States

What you will study

Sample courses BIO 181 General Biology I BIO 182 General Biology II MBB 347 Molecular Genetics: From Genes to Proteins MIC 220 Biology of Microorganisms MIC 206 Microbiology Laboratory MIC 401 Research Paper What If Current ASU students, see how your courses can apply to another major and find out how to change your major .

Career pathways

Our graduates are prepared for a variety of career paths, including: Career Growth Median Salary More Information Cytotechnologist Growth: 2.7% Median Salary: $62,930 Learn more Dentist Growth: 5.7% Median Salary: $170,950 Learn more Histology Technologist Growth: 2.7% Median Salary: $62,930 Learn more Laboratory Technologist Growth: 2.7% Median Salary: $62,930 Learn more Medical Doctor (MD) Growth: 4.0% Median Salary: $256,560 Learn more Microbiologist Growth: 6.2% Median Salary: $87,990 Learn more Optometrists Growth: 9.5% Median Salary: $136,570 Learn more Orthopedic Surgeon Growth: 4.0% Median Salary: $358,550 Learn more Pharmacist Growth: 5.2% Median Salary: $140,910 Learn more Physician Assistant (PA) Growth: 21.1% Median Salary: $135,880 Learn more Show more Example job titles and salaries listed are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience and geographical location may affect pay scales.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

No programme-specific requirements are published. Admission is to the university: all students must meet ASU general university admission requirements (first-year, transfer, international and readmission pathways).

Domestic applicants: USD 12,177 a year (2026-27). Arizona resident tuition. Tuition only for the undergraduate on-campus (Tempe/Downtown Phoenix/Polytechnic/West Valley) rate band in the ASU tuition estimator, 2026-27: Fall 2026 plus Spring 2027 term tuition summed (full-time flat rate; part-time credit Source

International applicants: USD 22,792 a year (2026-27). International tuition. Tuition only for the undergraduate on-campus (Tempe/Downtown Phoenix/Polytechnic/West Valley) rate band in the ASU tuition estimator, 2026-27: Fall 2026 plus Spring 2027 term tuition summed (full-time flat rate; part-time credit loa Source

Entry terms: Fall and Spring semesters plus Summer; the estimator lists Fall 2026, Spring 2027 and Summer 2027 admit terms. Transfer students may start in multiple terms throughout the year.

First-year applications open on or around July 1. ASU's priority admission date is Nov. 1. The application fee is $55 for Arizona residents, $85 for domestic nonresidents, $75 for ASU Online and $90 for international nonresidents; apply with the ASU application or the Common Application (one only). ACT or SAT scores are not required for admission. FAFSA priority filing date: Jan. 15.

Transfer students apply with the ASU application or the Transfer Common Application; ASU uses rolling admission without hard deadlines for transfer applicants and decisions follow two to four weeks after all items are received. The application fee is $55 for Arizona residents, $85 for domestic nonresidents, $75 for ASU Online and $90 for international nonresidents. ACT or SAT scores are not required.

Apply through the official page: https://admission.asu.edu/apply

Explore more study programmes

STEM