$19,680 /Yr
The biology undergraduate major offered by the College of Arts and Sciences gives students a solid foundation in the fundamentals of molecular, organismic, and population biology. Furthermore, laboratory classes offer the instruction required for advanced laboratory abilities. Graduates are qualified for entry-level jobs as biologists in many different fields, including education, microbiology, pharmaceutics, biotechnology, and the environment. Additionally, students are equipped for graduate-level biology coursework, such as GovState's master's program in environmental biology, or for promotion to medical, dental, or veterinary programs.
Important Dates
Event | Application Date |
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Application Deadline for Spring | Dec 1, 2024 |
Application Deadline for Summer | Apr 1, 2025 |
Application Deadline for Fall | Jul 1, 2025 |
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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Tuition Fees | $19680 |
Other Expenses
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
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Living Expenses | $12510 |
Transportation | $2000 |
Personal Expenses | $2000 |
Books and supply | $1000 |
Compulsory Fees | $4216 |
Total Cost | $21726 |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
- Applicants must submit satisfactory educational records.
- Submit an official TOEFL report with one of the minimum acceptable scores on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) listed below, or submit an official IELTS report with a minimum acceptable score of 6.0 academic version, unless the academic program requires a higher score, or finish the Language Centers (ELS) curriculum offered by ELS Education Services Inc. To pursue this option, students must meet the minimum level of 112 and submit documentation proving they have enough money to cover all their living expenses while attending GSU.
For the TOEFL, a minimum acceptable score is as follows:
Type of TOEFL Exam | Paper | Computer | Internet (iBT) |
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Total Score | 500 | 173 | 68 |
Reading | 53 | 20 | 19 |
Writing | 54 | 21 | 16 |
Listening | 53 | 19 | 18 |
Speaking | - | - | 15 |
VISA & Work Study
VISA
GSU is authorized under federal law to sponsor nonimmigrant alien students studying on an F-1 visa. Although applicants on J-1 visas may enrol, the university does not currently participate in the exchange visitor program and is not authorized to issue form DS-2019, which is required for GSU to sponsor the J-1 visa status.
Applicants on F-1 visas, or any other temporary visas, are not eligible to be classified as residents of the State of Illinois for tuition purposes, regardless of the actual length of residence in the State of Illinois, unless otherwise authorized by The Office of the Registrar and The Office of International Services.
The applicant on an F-1 student or J-1 student visa must plan to pursue a full-time program of academic study at Governors State University (6 credit hours per term for doctoral students, 9 credit hours per term for master’s degree students, and 12 credit hours for undergraduate students).
All transcripts, letters, financial documents and other admission material become the property of GSU.
NOTE: Governors State University requires that all F-1 and J-1 students have health insurance that meets the U.S. Department of State standards.
Career and Placement after Course
A foundation in general biology provides you with a wide overview of the subject, while courses focused on specific topics help you improve your knowledge and abilities. Utilize your elective courses to tailor your curriculum to the subjects that most interest you and support your professional objectives. Turn your hobby into a profession. A biology bachelor's degree from GovState can help you chart a path towards an incredible array of professional opportunities. While some jobs demand higher degrees, others let you start working right away as a lab assistant or in another crucial position.
A biology bachelor's degree is just the start of a fascinating career. With your degree, you can begin a career in any of the following fields or enroll in an advanced degree program:
- Biological Technician
- Agricultural Food Scientist
- Epidemiologist
- Medical Scientist
- Doctor or other Medical Professional
- Zoologist
- Biochemist
A biochemist's, zoologist's, medical scientist's, or healthcare professional's average pay can differ significantly. You might anticipate earning between $35,000 and over $200,000 per year, depending on your region, degree of education, and training. There are positions available in the government, nonprofit, and for-profit sectors.
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
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Comindware Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 4,000/Yr$4,000 | Level Of StudyApprenticeship | TypeMerit-Based | |
YouAreWelcomeHere Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyApprenticeship | TypeTuition-Fee-Waiver | |
Scholarships in California | Scholarship per student$ 1,000/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyApprenticeship | TypeCollege-Specific |
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