B.S. in Biology

• Gain hands-on experience in our research labs equipped with technology to study genetics, microbiology, ecology, animal behavior, and more.
• Take advantage of our resources, including laboratories in molecular and histological techniques, animal research and cadaver facilities.
• SXU has its own spring-fed lake for ecological studies.

• Join peers in the Tri-Beta National Biological Honor Society, pre-med society and pre-dental clubs.
• Capstone experiences allow you to develop and apply concepts and skills through faculty-mentored student research projects.

• The Biology program at Saint Xavier University is designed to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of biological principles across various levels of organization, structured as follows: Introductory Level, Genetics Level, Cellular Level, System Level, Organism Level, and Population Community Level.
• Find, interpret, and use appropriate literature for scientific writing and research.
• These outcomes ensure that students develop a well-rounded understanding of biology, preparing them for various career paths or advanced studies in the field.

Why study Biology at SXU?

• Small class sizes allow for close interaction with your professors and student colleagues.
• The Biology program's mission is to provide students with the foundational skills and knowledge that will prepare them for a wide range of careers in the sciences and health-related fields.
• Saint Xavier's Pre-Health Professions program provides students with the strong background necessary to become a physician, dentist, optometrist, podiatrist, physical therapist, occupational therapist, physician's assistant, chiropractor, pharmacist, or veterinarian.

Saint Xavier University has a long history of successfully preparing students for all allied health profession programs. Saint Xavier's Pre-Health Professions program provides students with the strong background necessary to become a physician, dentist, optometrist, podiatrist, physical therapist, occupational therapist, physician's assistant, chiropractor, pharmacist or veterinarian. Saint Xavier alumni have been accepted to a large number of health profession programs, including the Midwestern University School of Osteopathic Medicine, Marquette School of Dentistry, The University of Illinois, Chicago Pharmacy Program, Saint Louis University School of Pharmacy, The University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana and Purdue University Veterinary School and National Lewis College of Chiropractic. As competition to enter health professions programs continues to increase, Saint Xavier University students have a distinct advantage.

For more information about SXU's Pre-Health programs, please visit the Pre-Health Programs page.