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Biology

Our graduates are well-prepared for careers, professional schools or graduate schools.

We offer a bachelor of science, a combined bachelor plus master of science, a master of science and a doctor of philosophy in biology. Undergraduate students can choose biomedical science or ecological/environmental science. The undergraduate programs emphasize scientific knowledge and theory partnered with hands-on experience in the laboratory and in the field. Biology majors enjoy individualized attention from our faculty and are encouraged to participate in undergraduate research opportunities with them. 

The Bachelor of Science

Learn about Bachelor of Science degrees in the University of Dayton College of Arts and Sciences. We offer more than 15 majors in the natural sciences.

The Bachelor of Science

Learn about Bachelor of Science degrees in the University of Dayton College of Arts and Sciences. We offer more than 15 majors in the natural sciences.

Graduate Research

COVID 19: Science to the Rescue

University of Dayton graduate students in the fall 2020 Biomedical Graduate Student Seminar discuss scientific facts about the SARS-CoV-2 virus and the COVID-19 pandemic.

Graduate Research

COVID 19: Science to the Rescue

University of Dayton graduate students in the fall 2020 Biomedical Graduate Student Seminar discuss scientific facts about the SARS-CoV-2 virus and the COVID-19 pandemic.

News Stories
Research 01.17.23

UD women's soccer player Jessica Sheldon spent summer 2022 achieving goals in the science lab.

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Sciences 10.17.22

The National Science Foundation has awarded University of Dayton biologist Thomas Williams with a four-year, $1,036,507 grant.

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Sciences 08.18.22

University of Dayton biologist Yvonne Sun was selected for Drexel University’s Executive Leadership in Academic Technology, Engineering and Science.

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