Program Details

The major in Biology is designed to prepare students for careers and post-baccalaureate study requiring specialization in biology. While many Biology majors continue their education in graduate school, others find excellent vocational opportunities in private and governmental laboratories, in health-related sales, and in education. To properly prepare our students for such vocational diversity, the major requires foundational courses in biology, allows students sufficient opportunity to choose electives in biology, and requires and recommends support courses in other scientific disciplines. In order to tailor a program of student that meets an individual student’s specific needs and interests, the student is expected to work closely with a faculty advisor.

Transfer credit for biology courses must be taken within the last 10 years.

Biology Minor

This minor is designed for students who desire to obtain an in-depth and well-rounded knowledge of Biology - the science of life and living organisms.

In conjunction with the student's major, the minor prepares students for entry to graduate school or professional school programs, as well as for technical or research careers with governmental agencies or industry. Majors complemented by this minor would include but not be limited to other life and physical sciences, engineering, and business.

Biology for Career Professionals Certificate

This certificate is intended for non-life science employees working for life science companies. It was designed through a partnership between Grand View and Corteva to provide Corteva employees a unique opportunity to gain valuable and applicable education in their professional field.

This professional development opportunity allows employees to gain a better understanding of areas outside their own area of expertise. Employees will attend classes at Grand View with other degree seeking students, but their course designation will include a CP (career professionals) on their transcript. Employees will take one to two courses per semester and can start the program in either the fall or spring semester. Complete the certificate in one year or pace yourself over several semesters depending on your preference. Course offering in this certificate will include 15 academic credits. The prerequisite for this degree is an associate's degree or bachelor's degree.

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Tuition & Scholarships

At Grand View University, your tuition supports instruction delivered by knowledgeable and experienced faculty who uphold our tradition of exceptional teaching. Additionally, we are dedicated to offering a high-quality education at the most affordable cost.

Transfer Credits

No matter what major you’re thinking about, you may be able to transfer in as many as 75 credits from a community college or junior college. If you have an A.A. or A.A.S. from an Iowa community college, you will be automatically admitted at junior status.

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