Biology, B.S
The Bachelor of Science in Biology is a 120-unit program. Of the total, 48 units are required to satisfy the university’s General Education Program and 21 units are required by the Department of Biology to satisfy the biology core. The core curriculum is a sequence of courses required for all biology majors. The core curriculum builds the foundation upon which further learning in biology will be based. Additional requirements are listed below.
The biology degree program prepares students for entry into a wide range of careers, for further academic study at the graduate level, including the department’s own M.S. in Biology, and for entrance into professional degree programs. Within the scope of the major requirements and electives, students may focus their studies in areas that best meet their future career needs. Students must consult an advisor for help in selecting courses appropriate to their interests and career objectives. An emphasis on cellular and molecular processes prepares students for the department’s professional science Master of Biotechnology.
Students planning for graduate and professional schools should be aware that entrance requirements for those programs will often exceed the minimal requirements for a Biology B.S., particularly in the ancillary fields of chemistry, physics, and mathematics. An advisor should be consulted for specific information on graduate and professional school requirements.
Intakes
- Jan
- Aug
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Our benefits program is just one way the CSU demonstrates its dedication to your success and well-being. We want you to rest assured knowing you? and your family’s health and future are being looked after.
Comprehensive and flexible coverage options allow you to choose a plan that best suits your needs.
The following services make up the CSU’s comprehensive benefits package:
- An array of health plans that include prescription drug coverage
- Your choice of dental plans
- Vision coverage
- Income protection benefits including life insurance and disability
- Retirement plan through CalPERS
- Tuition waiver for employees and dependents
- FlexCash (in lieu of health/dental)
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Professional and Personal Development
Paid Time Off, Including:
- Up to 24 vacation days per year (based on employee group and/or services)
- 15 paid holidays per year
- 12 sick days per year, with unlimited accrual
- Parental leave (based on employee group)
- Organ Donor leave
- Jury Duty
Additional Benefits & Services
- CalPERS Long Term Care (not accepting new applications)
- Voluntary Retirement Savings Plans (403(b), 457, 401(k))
- Pre-tax health and dependent care reimbursement accounts
- Pre-tax parking deduction plan
- Pre-paid legal services
- Auto/Homeowners Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- Scholarshare (529 plan)
- Pet Insurance
PSW Opportunity
Post-Study Work visa or permit, allowing international students on F-1 visas to work in the US after completing their studies, typically through Optional Practical Training (OPT).
Eligibility:
To be eligible for OPT, students must have been enrolled full-time in a US educational institution for at least one academic year and be seeking work related to their major.
Duration:
Students can apply for up to 12 months of OPT, either before they finish their studies (pre-completion) or after graduation (post-completion).
STEM OPT:
Students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields can apply for an extended OPT period of up to 24 months.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
TOEFL – 61 iBT, or
IELTS – 6.0 or with 5.5 Band score in each section, or
Duolingo - 100, or
SAT I - Reading and Writing of 550, or
ACT - English 22, or
AP English Language and Composition - 3 or higher, or
AP English Literature and Composition - 3 or higher, or
GTEC (Global Test of English Communication) - 1095, or
IB Eng A Language and Literature - HL4, or
IB Eng A Literature - HL4, or
Fresno State's American English Institute - Advanced Level, or
ELS Language Centers - Level 112, or
FLS International Language School – Level 16, or
TLC The Language Company – Level 9, or
UC Davis IEPP - Level 800, or
Pearson's Test of English – 45, or
iTEP - 3.6, or
Eiken - Grade Pre-1, or
ELITE Language Center of South Korea - Level 3
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- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 04 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
139200 USD
Average Cost of Living: 14000 USD /year
Application Fee: 70 USD
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