BiologyBachelor of Arts

Why study Biology at Gustavus?

As a Biology major you will investigate living systems' structure, function, and response—from molecules to genes, and multicellular organisms to populations and ecosystems. You will gain hands-on training in integrated lab experiences, have abundant research opportunities, develop quantitative analysis skills, and sharpen your scientific reasoning.

Course Examples

Every year, Gustavus faculty teach more than 1,800 courses - you'll be able to choose what interests you. Maybe one of these courses from Biology will be on your class schedule.

  • BIO-372Animal Behavior
  • BIO-370Ecology
  • BIO 374Genetics
  • BIO-245Conservation Biology
Olivia Falk ‘24, “The community you build with fellow students within the department is also extremely supportive and you make real connections.” As a Biology and Biology Education double major, Olivia has spent much of her time at Gustavus in the Biology department. She describes the department as incredibly welcoming, with professors and fellow classmates always being there to provide support. She has...

“The community you build with fellow students within the department is also extremely supportive and you make real connections.”

Olivia Falk ‘24, “The community you build with fellow students within the department is also extremely supportive and you make real connections.” As a Biology and Biology Education double major, Olivia has spent much of her time at Gustavus in the Biology department. She describes the department as incredibly welcoming, with professors and fellow classmates always being there to provide support. She has...

What can I do with a degree in Biology?

The Biology major is adaptable - and valuable - leading to many different fields and fulfilling careers. Here are a few popular paths, but a Gustavus degree can take you anywhere.

  • Healthcare
  • Immunology
  • Conservation Biology
  • Agriculture
  • Science Policy
  • Ecologist
$54,758
Average salary 5 years post graduation — Post-Secondary Employment Outcomes Explorer from the U.S. Census Bureau
11:1  Student to Faculty Ratio
72  Majors
100%  of courses taught by faculty members
15  pre-professional programs in a wide variety of disciplines

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