BA/BS in Biological Sciences

BA/BS in Biological Sciences

BA/BS in Biological Sciences

Format:  Full-time or Part-time

Location:  RCBC Mount Laurel

  • Senior year major required courses are offered during the day in Mount Laurel
  • Additional program requirements and electives are available Online

Key Contacts

Academic Advisor

Michelle Mignot, mignot@rowan.edu 

Appointments:  https://go.rowan.edu/MignotAppointments   
Department Head Stephen Bentivenga, Ph.D., bentivenga@rowan.edu 
Department Website

Department of Biological & Biomedical Sciences

College of Science & Mathematics

Tips From Your Advisor

Spring 2025 Registration Opens Tuesday, October 22

Course List for Spring 2025

I am available for appointments in Mount Laurel or virtually, and can also be available for evening and weekend appointments by request.  Please email me directly if you don't see a meeting time that works for you.  

Advisor Appointment Link

Biological Sciences Rowan Global Student Information

Program Guide

Students can view the full program guide and degree requirements here: 

BA in Biological Sciences Program Guide

BS in Biological Sciences Program Guide

In addition, currently enrolled students can view their degree requirements and remaining coursework in DegreeWorks.  You can access DegreeWorks from Self-Service Banner.  On the Students tab, select Student Records, then DegreeWorks (Responsive).  For more information about DegreeWorks, please view these training videos.

We strongly recommend that all students meet with their Academic Advisor once per semester. You can schedule a time to meet using the RSN or reach out to your advisor by email.

Senior Year Courses - BA

3+1 students in the Bachelor of Arts in Biological Sciences typically require the following courses in their Senior Year*

First Semester Second Semester
300-400 Level Biological Sciences w/Lab Elective 300-400 Level Biological Sciences w/Lab Elective
300-400 Level Biological Sciences w/Lab Elective BIOL 01445 Special Topics in Biological Sciences
PHIL 09261 Philosophical Perspectives on Science Free/Minor/CUGS/Rowan Core Elective
Free/Minor/CUGS/Rowan Core Elective Free/Minor/CUGS/Rowan Core Elective
Free/Minor/CUGS/Rowan Core Elective Free/Minor/CUGS/Rowan Core Elective

 

*Subject to review of transfer credits.  Please speak with your advisor concerning your specific requirements.

Senior Year Courses - BS

3+1 students in the Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences typically require the following courses in their Senior Year*

First Semester Second Semester
300-400 Level Biological Sciences w/Lab Elective 300-400 Level Biological Sciences w/Lab Elective
300-400 Level Biological Sciences w/Lab Elective 300-400 Level Biological Sciences Elective
PHIL 09261 Philosophical Perspectives on Science BIOL 01445 Special Topics in Biological Sciences
Free/Minor/CUGS/Rowan Core Elective Free/Minor/CUGS/Rowan Core Elective
Free/Minor/CUGS/Rowan Core Elective Free/Minor/CUGS/Rowan Core Elective

 

*Subject to review of transfer credits.  Please speak with your advisor concerning your specific requirements.

Office of Pre-Health Programs

The Office of Pre-Health Programs is committed to supporting students interested in pursuing a Health Professions degree after Rowan. It is our goal to partner with students pursuing medicine, dentistry, occupational therapy, optometry, physical therapy, physician assistant (associate), podiatry, veterinary medicine, or any healthcare profession.  Check out their Resources page, attend a workshop and sign up to receive their newsletter.

Office of Pre-Health Programs

Recommended Free Electives
The following free electives are recommended for Biological Sciences students, especially those interested in pursuing a career in a health-related profession. These courses are typically offered online each semester.
  • ANTH 02221 Human Variation
  • ANTH 02215 Medical Anthropology
  • HES 00202 Medical Terminology
  • HLT 00103 Health and Wellness
  • HLT 00170 Stress Management
  • HLT 00200 Intro to Public Health & Wellness
  • HLT 00227 Consumer Health Decisions
  • HLT 00262 Drugs, Alcohol & Tobacco
  • NUT 00200 Basic Nutrition
  • PSY 01107 Essentials of Psychology
  • PSY 01329 Health Psychology
  • SOC 08120 Intro to Sociology

 

2-credit free electives:

  • INTR 01108 Financial Wellness: Planning for Personal Financial Success
  • INTR 01488 Career Planning & Development