Bachelor of Science or Arts in Science

College of Science

The College of Science is offering a Bachelor of Arts (BA) and a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Science. 

Both degrees meet you where you are in your education and career, allowing for a flexible program where you learn the basic knowledge of the foundations of various scientific disciplines that you can easily pair with a complementary degree. The BS in Science provides additional training in foundations in science and scientific thinking.

These interdisciplinary degree programs emphasize biological and physical sciences you may utilize in intersectional fields such as education, policy, law, journalism, business, development, economics, and more. They will also provide a basic STEM background for medical and health services managers, medical assistants, natural sciences managers, and entry-level science technicians.  

You may choose from a variety of emphases to tailor your science education to your specific interests. Gain a foundation in science that will prepare you as an adaptive problem solver and enable you to drive social, cultural, and economic change.

As a Science BA student, you must take calculus and four semesters of another language. You must also complete five upper-division electives with at least three courses in one area.

As a BS in Science student, you must take calculus and two semesters of another language. You must also complete eight electives with at least four courses in one area.  

In addition to writing, math, language, and general education requirements, you will take core courses in statistics, introductory biology, introductory chemistry and physics, as well as in one of several areas of emphasis, including earth systems and sustainability, genetics and molecular biology, biochemistry, ecology, evolution and animal behavior, psychology, neuroscience, and cognitive science. 

*Residents of some U.S. Territories may not be eligible. Please see our Eligibility & State Authorization page for more information.