Toxicology - B.S.
Have you ever wondered why prescription drugs have side effects? Or why some plants and animals are poisonous? Or how exposure to air pollutants affects people’s health? As you learn the answers to these questions, you will be preparing for a rewarding career in toxicology.
Toxicology is the study of how chemicals affect human health and the environment. AU is one of only 13 schools in the country that offer a comprehensive bachelor’s degree in this field. Our program provides coursework in biology and chemistry that prepare you for career opportunities in industry and government, medical/health professional schools or graduate research programs.
Campus Information
Main Campus
401 College Ave Ashland, OH 44805
Intakes
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Application Processing Time in Days: 20
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
When you graduate, you’ll be ready to work in applied areas, such as clinical medicine, veterinary medicine, pharmacy and forensic science. With your bachelor’s degree, you will qualify for entry-level toxicology jobs as technicians, lab assistants or animal-care specialists.
What kinds of work will you do? As a toxicologist you may:
- Conduct basic research on the effects of toxicants on human health and the environment.
- Develop and perform tests to assess the safety of drugs and other chemical products.
- Assist government agencies in developing regulations and standards in areas ranging from food safety to pollution control.
PSW Opportunity
- 12 to 36 months (OPT duration depends on the major studied).
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
- Official Education Credentials and Transcripts.
Academic Requirements:
- Minimum GPA Required: 2.5 (3.0 required for nursing)
- Minimum Required Level of Education Completed: Secondary or Equivalent.
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- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 04 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
127600 USD
Average Cost of Living: 14000 USD /year
Application Fee: 50 USD