Bachelor's in Integrative Biology (BA)

Rice University is a prestigious private research university located in Houston, Texas. Founded in 1912, Rice is known for its strong academic programs, cutting-edge research, and close-knit campus community. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various disciplines, including sciences, engineering, humanities, social sciences, and business. With a focus on personalized education and small class sizes, Rice provides students with ample opportunities for hands-on learning, research collaborations, and interdisciplinary studies. The university's distinguished faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, and beautiful campus create an environment that fosters intellectual curiosity, innovation, and personal growth. Rice University is committed to shaping future leaders, advancing knowledge through research, and making a positive impact in the world.

The BioSciences department unites faculty engaged in research and teaching in a wide range of disciplines within the life sciences, creating a vibrant and diverse community of scholars. The department offers a broad range of introductory and advanced courses that lead to undergraduate degrees (BA, BS) with a Major in Biosciences and a Major Concentration in Biochemistry, in Cell Biology and Genetics, in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, or in Integrative Biology. In addition, a Minor in Biochemistry and Cell Biology and a Minor in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology are offered. The BA degree offers a rigorous biological curriculum suitable for many career paths while allowing the flexibility for extended academic exploration in other areas. The BS degree offers greater depth in upper-level coursework. Most BioSciences students, regardless of major, participate in undergraduate research, availing themselves of the numerous research opportunities at Rice and in the Houston community.