Biology programs
Undergraduate biology minor
If you are pursuing a degree other than biology, you can add a biology minor to broaden your training and enhance your education.
Undergraduate biology major - five emphasis tracks
Prehealth & Biomedical
Cell & Molecular
Ecology & Evolution
Secondary Teaching
Biology Liberal Arts
Undergraduate Certificates
Within the Biological Sciences program, there are three 12-credit-hour certificates available in Botany, Wildlife, and Zoology. These certificates fulfill the job requirements often specified by organizations such as the Bureau of Land Management, U.S. Forest Service, National Park Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and Colorado Parks and Wildlife. Even if students are already enrolled in relevant coursework, obtaining these certificates provides a distinct advantage with employers and aids in selecting elective courses that cater to individual career aspirations.
Graduate Programs
We have four different graduate programs in two categories to choose from based on your needs and career goals.
Research-Intensive Graduate Programs
Course Work-Based Graduate Programs
Master's of Science (MS), thesis
This program provides advanced training in biology including a hands-on research project. It is ideal for career advancement or preparation for further graduate training.
Doctorate (PhD) of Biological Education
This program specializes in training biologists to be experts in their disciplines and outstanding college biology teachers. It is a stepping stone to a career as an independent scientist, a college biology teacher, or both.
Master's of Science (MS), non-thesis
This program will strengthen or broaden your biology knowledge for career advancement or as a stepping stone on the way to other graduate or professional programs.
Master's in Biomedical Sciences (MBS)
This is an intensive one year program designed to enhance your knowledge of biomedicine and strengthen your application to medical, veterinary, dental, or other professional school.
