Texas Woman's University

What you'll study

The program exposes students to core principles across multiple subdisciplines. Subject areas explicitly included in the degree are:

• Principles of biology
• Chemistry
• Physiology
• Ecology
• Plant biology
• Microbiology
• Molecular biology
• Cellular biology

Undergraduates are expected to participate in faculty-led research; the department emphasizes hands-on laboratory training using modern instrumentation such as a Nikon spinning disk confocal microscope, Beckman CytoFlex flow cytometer, Quant3 quantitative PCR thermal cycler, and a MiSeq DNA sequence analyzer.

Entry requirements

Admission is handled through the university's undergraduate admissions process. Applications are evaluated on academic achievement and preparation plus standardized test scores. Note that admission to the university is valid for four terms unless you have attended another higher education institution; prospective students should consult the Office of Admissions for specific application pathways (freshman, transfer, international and other categories) and contact details.

Career prospects

The degree provides a broad scientific background recommended for students planning to apply to medical, dental, veterinary or physical therapy programs. It also prepares graduates for roles that require laboratory skills and research experience or for further study in graduate programs in the biological sciences.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

Students should explore institutional undergraduate scholarships and departmental opportunities; the program highlights active faculty research, and undergraduates frequently engage in projects that can support conference presentations and peer-reviewed publications. Contact the university's admissions and financial aid offices and the biology department for current funding and scholarship guidance.