The undergraduate program is coordinated for students in both the College of Arts and Sciences and the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences through the Office of Undergraduate Biology, 216 Stimson Hall. By completion of the sophomore year, all students who intend to major in biological sciences must declare the major and a Program of Study.
Whenever possible, students should include the introductory biology, chemistry, and mathematics sequences in their freshman schedule and complete the organic chemistry lecture course in their sophomore year. Students should regularly monitor their progress in the major, and should assess, as realistically as possible, the likelihood of achieving at a level that is consistent with their academic and personal goals. Weak performance in core courses, particularly after the freshman year, may indicate a need to re-evaluate aptitude and genuine interest in the major. Students with questions are encouraged to take advantage of the Office of Undergraduate Biology advising resources as well of those of the College and University.
