Biology/Biological Sciences

Please note, Virginia Tech’s Biology program is referred to as Biological Sciences. If you are interested in studying Biology, you should select Biological Sciences (BIOL) when completing the application.

Biological sciences is the study of life. In addition to providing a broad education in the fundamentals of biology, the curriculum allows for more specialized training in ecology, genetics, microbiology, botany, zoology, molecular biology, and related fields.

Students planning careers in disciplines such as clinical laboratory science, nursing, medical school, pharmacy, and veterinary school who have completed the college and departmental core requirements in three years may transfer, upon being accepted, to an appropriate professional school. The participating student can then transfer any remaining credits from the first year of study at an approved professional school back to Virginia Tech to fulfill the requirements for a B.S. in biological sciences.

The biological sciences curriculum also prepares students for graduate school and professional schools in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, and related fields. Most students pursuing a B.S. in the biological sciences find employment immediately upon graduation. To enhance professional development and employment potential, faculty members encourage students to participate in undergraduate research opportunities and/or relevant internships.

• Check out Biology/Biological Sciences’ website for more information: http://www.biol.vt.edu

College of Science

Biology/Biological Sciences is a part of the College of Science. Majors in this college may share high school preparation requirements as well as common coursework at Virginia Tech.

• More information about the College of Science