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What will I learn in a biotechnology degree program?

If you are interested in pursuing a career in the pharmaceutical industry or other biotechnology-intensive industries, the bachelor's degree in biotechnology can open doors for you. It offers:

  • Coursework and lab work that offers a solid foundation in biochemistry, molecular biology and immunology.
  • Small class sizes and access to specialized training and instrumentation
  • Research experience in an academic and/or industrial laboratory allowing you to strengthen your understanding of experimental design, troubleshooting and data interpretation
  • A senior thesis and the master's graduate option that teaches you how to delve into scientific literature and learn more about the latest advances in biological sciences
  • The option to enroll in master's coursework your senior year
  • Training in communication, job placement and professionalism

Learn more about the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural Resources

In the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural Resources, you'll receive valuable hands-on experience that prepares you for a successful career in high-demand industries.  With four departments and nearly 200 courses in agriculture, veterinary and rangeland sciences; biochemistry and molecular biology; natural resources and environmental science; and nutrition, we're ready to help you grow your future.

Options in the biotechnology program

Careers with a degree in biotechnology

You can afford the Βι¶ΉΣ³»­

76% of students receive financial aid

Almost everyone is eligible to receive some kind of aid. We offer need-based and merit-based forms of financial aid to help you afford college.

54% of all students graduate with no debt

That's right. More than half of our students leave the Βι¶ΉΣ³»­ with no student debt.

Life's a journey. Honors makes it meaningful.

At the Βι¶ΉΣ³»­ Honors College, our students maximize their unique gifts and passions through a series of personalized experiences that deepen their capacity for transformative societal impact.

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