About Biological Sciences (ba And Bs) in DePaul University

As a Bachelor of Arts (BA) or a Bachelor Science (BS) in Biological Sciences major, you’ll gain the knowledge and skills you need to succeed in a wide range of careers in science, research, education, health and other fields.

Inside and outside the classroom, you’ll learn to think independently and work collaboratively. Here, most faculty members direct their own research programs, giving you an opportunity to work on multiple research projects. Biological Sciences majors are encouraged to attend seminars and complete internships.

If you’re interested in pursuing a career in education, the Department of Biological Sciences also partners with the College of Education to award teaching degrees.

We also offer a combined bachelor’s and master’s degree program in Biological Sciences as well as a combined bachelor’s and master’s in Biological Sciences and Secondary Education Biological Sciences. Both of these combined degree programs allow you to complete a bachelor’s degree and a graduate degree in as few as five years.

The B.A. in Biological Sciences major provides you with a strong foundation of biology, without requiring you to master related math and science fields. You'll explore courses and electives in humanities and social sciences that will prepare you for a wide range of interdisciplinary careers and professional programs in health.

The B.S. in Biological Sciences major offers you a structured curriculum, with more of an emphasis on science- and math-focused courses. As you gain a strong foundation of knowledge in biological science theories and practices, you'll choose one of the following concentrations:

• cell and molecular biology
• ecology and evolution
• integrative biology
• medicine and health
• microbiology and biotechnology
• neuroscience
• physiology

A freshman applicant is one entering university directly after secondary school (high school).

Please note, each academic program has different admission requirements.  The minimum requirements below do not guarantee admission for applicants. 

Minimum requirements:

• GPA 2.5
• IELTS 6.5/TOEFL 80 iBT/DET 110
• Conditional Admission: IELTS 6.0/TOEFL 60 iBT/DET 90
• SAT/ACT not required for students applying from outside the U.S.

Transfer

A transfer applicant is a student applying for a bachelor's degree who has completed high school and has taken additional coursework in one or more post-secondary institutions (college or university). 

Please note, each academic program has different admission requirements.  The minimum requirements below do not guarantee admission for applicants. 

Minimum requirements:

• GPA 2.0
• IELTS 6.5/TOEFL 80 iBT/DET 110
• Conditional Admission: IELTS 6.0/TOEFL 60 iBT/DET 90

DePaul also has formal transfer agreements with several international institutions, allowing you to begin your degree in your home country before transferring to DePaul.

Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition : $55,816

Depaul University Cost of Attendance

Tuition Rate 2020-2021 for students willing to pursue an undergraduate and postgraduate degree at DePaul University:

The distribution of expenses in the form of an estimated budget for international students looking to study in the US for 2020- 21 semesters are tabulated below: