Bachelor's in Biology

Kennesaw State is a public comprehensive university located on two suburban campuses in Kennesaw and Marietta, northwest of metro Atlanta. It is making an impact across the region, the nation and around the world. As the third largest university in Georgia, Kennesaw State is a leader in innovative teaching and learning. It is a Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2), placing it among an elite group of only 6 percent of U.S. colleges. Authentically diverse, uniquely attainable and endlessly impactful, that will unleash the potential in every student they serve.

As a biology student, you will be introduced to living systems at various levels of complexity, from atoms to the biosphere. Evolution provides a framework for examining questions, hypotheses, and predictions. The Kennesaw State University (KSU) Bachelor of Science in Biology will provide you with the opportunity to pursue a major field of concentration in biology with the necessary specialization to succeed in a wide array of post-baccalaureate opportunities. This program is interdisciplinary and is shared between the Department of Ecology, Evolution, and Organismal Biology and the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology. The importance of research and experimentation in biology is stressed throughout the curriculum. You will have the opportunity to explore the basic principles and assumptions of the scientific process, then practice them in highly experiential lab courses and research experiences.