Bachelor of Science in Biology at University of New Mexico

Programme overview

Students majoring in Biology learn about the basic organization, processes and dynamics of the living world. The program of study provides students with a liberal education emphasizing the life sciences. The many subdisciplines of biology can prepare students for a wide range of careers and professional schools.

Faculty: College of Arts & Sciences | Department: Biology | Duration: 120 credit hours | Study mode: full-time | Location: Albuquerque, NM, United States

What you will study

1. A minimum of 49 credit hours earned in biology courses. These courses must include: BIOL 2101, 2102, and 2103L BIOL 300C At least three of the following: 301C, 302C, 304C, 310C, **351 and **352L At least six upper division (400 level) elective Biology courses, excluding BIOL 400, 402, and 499 (BIOC *423 may be included). At least two additional Biology related electives, these courses can be in the Biology...

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Entry requirements

Applies to the major/department (admission to UNM is separate): A minimum of 26 credit hours; 23 credit hours must be in courses acceptable toward graduation. A cumulative grade point average of at least 2.00 on all work. Transfer students must have a 2.00 transfer GPA. Continuing UNM students must have a 2.00 institutional GPA. Demonstrated academic achievement by satisfying the following: Completion of General Education Curriculum: Communication. Completion of General Education Curriculum: Mathematics and Statistics. Completion of General Education Curriculum: Second Language. Completion of Department of Biology admission coursework with grades of "C" or better: BIOL 2101 BIOL 2102 BIOL 2103L

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Freshmen may begin in the Summer, Fall or Spring terms after high school graduation; most students apply for the Fall term, when courses begin in August.

Freshman priority application dates: Fall term June 1; Spring term December 13; Summer term May 10. The application fee is $25 (non-refundable) or an approved fee waiver, and is valid for one year (four consecutive semesters). Standardized test scores (ACT, SAT, CLT) are not required for admission but may be helpful in some cases. Applications may be submitted online or on a hardcopy form.

Transfer priority application dates: Fall August 1; Spring December 1; Summer May 10. The application fee is $25 (non-refundable).

Apply through the official page: https://admissions.unm.edu/

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