Saginaw Valley State University

The natural world captivates you with its multifaceted presence. Below the surface, every layer you peel back reveals innovative processes and interactions all the way from the cellular level to large ecosystems home to several species. Even something deceptively familiar beckons you to explore and tackle a new challenge. If you’re passionate about nature and its organisms and have dedicated yourself to learning more, begin the next stage of your journey with a Bachelor of Science in Biology degree from Saginaw Valley State University.

We approach our surroundings much like you do. The seemingly mundane aspects of life are rife with intricacies ready for scientific discovery. The BS in Biology program opens a window to the plethora of possibilities, in the classroom, laboratory, and SVSU’s ecological research areas. An introductory curriculum connecting biology to chemistry and physics creates a gateway to studying the natural world and the diverse, complex processes composing life. From this solid, versatile

framework, you’ll select an area of interest to specialize your knowledge of biology’s multiple disciplines and applications. As our department guides your scholarly endeavors, we consider how your scientific interests and enthusiasm for discovery translate into a career or advanced education, and in turn, courses, laboratory work, and fieldwork serve as a key stepping stone to medical school, a graduate program in biology, or an entry-level research position.

Considering the myriad of paths, the Department of Biology strives to shepherd your success in the right direction. Small class sizes allow for more personalized instruction from our esteemed faculty members, themselves crucial to the university’s research and development and prepared to point you toward projects and more enriching opportunities that not only interest you but provide a chance to apply your knowledge in a hands-on setting.

In fostering a supportive, engaging environment, our department emphasizes real-world training as the bridge toward your future. This commitment starts with our modern laboratories and state-of-the-art equipment and extends to the Saginaw Bay Environmental Science Institute and Wetlands Preserve for biological fieldwork and organizations like Biology Club and the Health Professions Association.