Biology, BS

Come work with accomplished faculty. Conduct research in the lab and in the field. Use the latest instruments in state-of-the-art facilities. Graduate equipped and inspired to make a difference.

What’s it like inside a USF biology class?

You get a mix of lecture, laboratory, and field courses. And you have a chance to work with faculty on research projects. Explore virology, cancer biology, botany, marine mammal physiology, animal behavior, herpetology, and other fields of study through faculty labs and field research in the Bay Area’s rich ecosystems. Periodically students also take special research trips to Alaska, Antarctica, and even the Galapagos Islands. Through the Partnership for Undergraduate Mentoring and Teaching program, you can apply for research spots at UC San Francisco or assist UCSF graduate and post-doc adjunct professors on cutting-edge biomedical research.

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What makes USF biology different?

I appreciated the professors. Not only are they knowledgeable experts in their field, but they are also personable and passionate about teaching. That made it fun and motivated me to build a more curious mind. I am still in contact with some of my professors and am grateful for the friendships we've created beyond the walls of the classrooms.”

Germaine Kabutaulaka '17Research Scientist

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In addition to our major requirements, choosing an optional concentration will help prepare you for a biology career or graduate school.