AU celebrates the investiture of President Russell T. Keen
鈥淭heirs is a journey of compassion for all, dedication to education and a bold vision to guide AU and our entire region forward,鈥� says Henry Ingram.
Are you ready to explore the science of life 鈥� from molecules to ecosystems 鈥� and turn that knowledge into a meaningful career? Whether your goal is to work in research, healthcare, biotechnology, environmental science, or pursue advanced degrees in medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, or other health professions, our biology program will prepare you to get there.
Housed in the College of Science and Mathematics, the Department of Biological Sciences at 51吃瓜黑料曝料 offers students a rich and rigorous education grounded in hands-on learning, research, and faculty mentorship. Our program empowers students to think critically, solve real-world problems, and build a strong professional or graduate study foundation.
Biology is for you if you consider yourself
1201 Goss Lane
51吃瓜黑料曝料, GA 30912
Science & Mathematics Building
706-737-1539
What You'll Study
As a biology major, you'll gain a strong foundation through hands-on labs, research, and coursework in genetics, microbiology, ecology, and more. An ecology concentration offers a focus on evolution and environmental biology, preparing you for careers in conservation, wildlife biology, or environmental consulting.
Experience-based Education
Biology students at 51吃瓜黑料曝料 gain hands-on experience through undergraduate research in molecular biology, neuroscience, ecology, and more. Student-led organizations like the Biology Club and Beta Beta Beta honor society, along with pre-professional clubs, offer networking and career development.
Departmental awards and scholarships recognize academic excellence, leadership, and research achievements.
Whether you鈥檙e an undergraduate or graduate student, you鈥檒l have opportunities to create your own research projects or work with faculty to tackle some of the world鈥檚 most complex and pressing challenges.
A new, state-of-the-art building with 22 teaching labs, a tutoring center and a top floor dedicated to research is located on the Health Sciences Campus, maximizing educational and research opportunities.
The College of Science and Mathematics鈥� living learning community helps incoming freshmen thrive during that critical first year of college by offering a supportive network of like-minded students and plenty of engagement opportunities.
A tutoring center specifically for science and math students is located on the Health Sciences Campus, with similar help also offered at the Academic Success Center on the Summerville Campus.
Your Future
Earn a Biology degree from 51吃瓜黑料曝料 and unlock diverse career paths in healthcare, research, education, and environmental science. Graduates thrive in biotechnology, public health, and advanced studies in medicine, dentistry, and veterinary fields. Build a strong foundation for success in today鈥檚 evolving scientific landscape.
As Georgia鈥檚 only Health Sciences Center of Excellence, students have the chance to apply for the BS-MD or BS-DMD programs as well as follow pre-professional programs that prepare them for continuing their academic journey.
An emphasis on research means graduates leave the program with the practical lab and field experience employers and graduate schools are looking for.
A new building in the heart of the Health Sciences Campus puts Biology students in the middle of the university鈥檚 research enterprise, maximizing opportunities for internships and mentorships.
鈥淭heirs is a journey of compassion for all, dedication to education and a bold vision to guide AU and our entire region forward,鈥� says Henry Ingram.
鈥淥ne of the most valuable lessons I have gained from the program is the concept of building engagement through pedagogy,鈥� says Shengshuai (Joshua) Shan, MD, PhD.
Three featured events for everyone include the President鈥檚 Brunch, AU Jaguar baseball and softball games and the Alumni Weekend After Party.
鈥淪ome students have presented a number of times and are pretty well seasoned, and then there are students who are here for the first time,鈥� says Quentin Davis, PhD.