BA Biology at University of Idaho

Programme overview

Life is incredibly complex, from the genes inside a single cell to the ecosystems that shape our planet. The Bachelor of Arts in biology gives you a strong scientific foundation while exploring how living organisms function, evolve and interact with one another.

Faculty: College of Science | Department: Biological Sciences | Duration: 4 years, 120 credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: Moscow, ID, United States

What you will study

The degree totals 120 credits. Required courses listed in the catalogue include BIOL 1010 Opportunities in Biological Sciences; BIOL 1140 Organisms and Environments; BIOL 2130 Structure and Function Across the Tree of Life; BIOL 3000 Survey of Biochemistry; BIOL 3100 Genetics; BIOL 3120 Molecular and Cellular Biology.

Career pathways

You'll develop the laboratory, analytical and critical thinking skills needed to investigate biological questions and prepare for careers in healthcare, research, conservation, biotechnology and graduate study. Related occupations listed for this programme include Natural Sciences Managers; Molecular and Cellular Biologists; Biologists; Medical Scientists; Secondary School Teachers; Environmental Scientists and Specialists.

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Application information

Entry requirements

University-level admission applies to all undergraduate majors (no separate programme application): first-year applicants with a cumulative unweighted high-school GPA of 3.00 or higher are automatically considered and test scores are not required; applicants with a GPA of 2.60-2.99 must submit ACT or SAT scores or opt in to the Vandal Gateway Program; Idaho residents scoring 3 or higher on both the ISAT Math and Literacy tests are eligible regardless of GPA.

Entry terms: fall (August start), spring (January start) and summer (mid-May start). Fall 2027 applications are open and the university admits on a rolling basis.

First-year applicants apply through the University of Idaho application or the Common App. The application fee is $50 (nonrefundable) and is not required for Idaho residents. ACT or SAT scores are requested where available; first-year students with a cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.00 or higher are automatically considered and test scores are not required.

International undergraduate applicants: rolling admission with no hard deadline; apply at least three months before the start date. Last day to apply: fall May 1, spring Oct. 1, summer March 1. The application fee is $50 USD, paid by credit or debit card in the application portal.

Law (JD): apply through the LSAC portal; the Fall 2027 application opens Sept. 1, 2026 and the final deadline is June 30, 2027. The application fee is $50 (waived through Jan. 15, 2027).

Apply through the official page: https://www.uidaho.edu/admissions-apply/first-year-students

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